GCSE Classical Civilisation will provide you with a broad and rewarding study of the culture of the Classical Greeks and Romans. We explore elements of literature, art, theatre and architecture to develop an understanding of their social, historical and cultural contexts.

We compare Myth and Religion from ancient Greece and Rome, looking at literature and material evidence, with a detailed focus on 'The Homeric World' of Greece. 

You will learn by reading both Classical Literature and non-fiction texts. You will already enjoy reading, studying, and essay writing, and we will help you develop this skills further.

You will sit two GCSE level, essay based exams: 

Myth and Religion   

The Homeric World 

Each is 90 minutes long, and are worth 90 marks each.  

In Classics, we teach you about the ancient roots of Western civilisation to help you access and aspire to success in our wider culture. 

Classical Civilisations offers the opportunity to learn about the literature, artistic and visual/material culture of the Ancient Greek and Roman worlds and acquire an understanding of their social, historical and cultural contexts and legacy. 

Classical Civilisation will help you to understand the legacy of the Classical world, whilst developing your knowledge and skills in preparation for advanced educational opportunities.

Studying Classical Civilisation will boost your skills in a range of subjects at GCSE - History and English in particular.  

This GCSE will provide an excellent foundation to the A Level Classics course, which in turn opens up studying the Ancient world at degree level. 

The skills used in reading and researching evidence, and communicating information are valued by employers. 

A knowledge of Classics will provide access to a huge range of cultural areas including philosophy, theatre, cinema, religious studies, mythology, English Literature, and psychology to name a few.