Level 3 Classical Studies
L3CLST Course DescriptionHead of Faculty/Teacher in Charge: Mr E. Kwon, Mr A. Collier.
Recommended Prior LearningIt is possible to pick up this subject without having done Level 2 Classics.
To be accepted for this course students must have earned 14 credits in L2 Classical Studies, or L2 English, or L2 History or L2 Media Studies, or have HOF approval.
At Level 3, Classical Studies students develop skills that are required in tertiary study and in a range of different careers. These skills include independent research, source analysis, critical thinking, and essay writing. The Level 3 course focuses on the study of the Ancient Roman period, beginning with Alexander the Great and the end of the Hellenistic era, to the height of the Roman Empire.
Course Overview
What is taught in courses varies from year to year. This course could include:
Topics covered would include Roman Art and Architecture, Alexander the Great, and Greek and Roman history. We also do an in-depth study into how the ancient world has influenced the modern world.
Assessment Information
Research projects
Written reports
A 3-hour end-of-year exam
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Contributions and Equipment/StationeryDevice/laptop, refill, and binder/folder or exercise workbook, pens, highlighters.