L1CLST

Level 1 Classical Studies

Course Description

Head of Faculty/Teacher in Charge: Mr E. Kwon.

Level 1 Classical Studies is an introductory course designed to engage student's interest in the world of Ancient Greece and Ancient Rome. 

In Level 1 Classical Studies, students will look into these two cultures and look at similarities or parallels between Te Ao Māori. We will focus on Greek mythology and legends with a focus on creation stories and the Greek gods. We will also look into the Art and Architecture of the Ancient world and study a key figure during these times. 

There will be multiple opportunities in this course to look at parallels between other cultures around the world and Aotearoa's unique culture. The skills learned in this course will lead students into almost any other course as Classical Studies is an interdisciplinary subject.


Course Overview

What is taught in courses varies from year to year. This course could include:
In this course, we will cover topics such as Greek Mythology (The Olympians), Ancient Life (dinner parties, theatre, etc.), Greek Art and Architecture with a focus on Athens and ancient religion and spirituality.

Recommended Prior Learning

This course has no prerequisites; open entry for all.  This course requires the ability to read and write well.  

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

Device/laptop, refill, and binder/folder or exercise workbook, pens, highlighters.

Pathway

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

Total Credits Available: 15
Internal Assessed Credits: 10
External Assessed Credits: 5
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91916 v4
NZQA Info

Religious Studies 1.1 - Demonstrate understanding of the development of a community that shares religious or spiritual beliefs


Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: Y
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91917 v4
NZQA Info

Religious Studies 1.2 - Demonstrate understanding of how a significant narrative relates to a religious or spiritual tradition


Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: Y
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91919 v4
NZQA Info

Religious Studies 1.4 - Demonstrate understanding of perspectives of different religious or spiritual communities on an issue


Level: 1
Internal or External: External
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: Y
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 15
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 15
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Disclaimer

Please note that courses will go ahead only if student numbers, staffing, and timetabling allow it.  Where a subject is oversubscribed, and there are insufficient numbers or resources to create an extra class, a ballot system may be applied.  

Costs

The Board of Trustees has again asked to opt into the Ministry of Education donation scheme. Doing so resulted in the ability to waive student fee donations. Kaiapoi High School aims to deliver quality educational courses over and above those that which is funded by the Ministry. It is likely the School will opt into the donation scheme for 2025, however parental contribution for the costs of trips and activities where participation is optional, and/or components not covered by the Government grant, may be requested. We appreciate the financial support our families make to the School.