12CLS

Classical Studies (Y12)

Subject Description

Students will examine the history and influences of Classical world through a range of case studies including an introduction to Greek mythology, the Trojan war, the influence of Athenian art and architecture,  Roman society, politics and the assassination of Julius Caesar.   Students will analyse primary classical evidence to identify and explore significant ideas, events and influences of the classical world.  This course will develop students’ knowledge and understanding of the classical world as well as their academic research and writing skills and will lead to level 3 Classics.

Recommended Prior Learning

There is open entry to both L2 and L3 Classics, but it can be helpful to previous study of other social sciences such as History or Geography, or other language rich subjects.  

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

Nil costs for this course

Pathway

Classics is a cross-discipline subject which covers aspects of literature, art history, architecture, philosophy and history. In Classics, students will develop a range of critical and conceptual thinking, source analysis and communication skills which are useful skills that can be applied to a range of careers and further study.

Credit Information

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

This course is eligible for subject endorsement.

Total Credits Available: 20
Internal Assessed Credits: 10
External Assessed Credits: 10
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91201 v2
NZQA Info

Classical Studies 2.2 - Examine the significance of features of work(s) of art in the classical world


Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4r,4w
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91202 v3
NZQA Info

Classical Studies 2.3 - Demonstrate understanding of a significant event in the classical world


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4r
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91203 v2
NZQA Info

Classical Studies 2.4 - Examine socio-political life in the classical world


Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 6r,6w
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91204 v2
NZQA Info

Classical Studies 2.5 - Demonstrate understanding of the relationship between aspects of the classical world and aspects of other cultures


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 6r
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 20
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 20
Total Numeracy Credits: 0