Level 3 Classical Studies
13CLS Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr N. Crotty.
Entry CriteriaThis course is open entry for all students. Level 3 Classical Studies is an open-entry course. Classical Studies is an approved subject for University Entrance (UE)
Students will need strong literacy skills enjoying reading and writing. It is recommended that students have an interest in History or English, Law or Philosophy, debate or current affairs, society or culture.
Students must also meet the requirements to study for a Level 3 NCEA Award. NZ Scholarship is available extramurally or through the 13ENGA program.
Level 3 Classical Studies
This course examines the history, literature, and ideology of the ancient Greek and Roman worlds, with a particular focus on Rome. It begins with an overview of classical society and an in-depth study of Augustus Caesar, using primary evidence to analyse his rise to power, leadership, and lasting impact on the Roman world.
Students investigate Roman art and architecture, exploring how emperors used visual culture to communicate political messages and reinforce power. This includes the completion of an internal assessment on ideology, as well as a separate internal assessment examining the influence of Greek and Roman society on the modern world, with a particular focus on spectacle entertainment.
The course also includes a study of Virgil’s Aeneid, focusing on key books, literary features, and themes such as leadership, duty, and Rome’s imperial mission, within its historical and political context.
The year concludes with revision and preparation for the external examination.
Learning Areas:
Equipment/Stationery and Course Costs
This course makes significant use of digital learning material at various times during the year. It is advantageous for a student to have a laptop during these times. Some learning activities, including assessments, will not be able to be completed without a laptop.