Level 2 Classical Studies
Level 2 Classical Studies
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NUMBER OF CREDITS: 18
Entry Recommendations:
Open Entry.
Course Outline:
Many features of modern society have their origins in the ancient world. The influence of Greece and Rome on our history, art, political institutions and thinking has been immense, while the forms and themes of much western literature have been heavily influenced by the work and thinking of the classical writers. The New Zealand syllabus provides for the study of the Greek civilisation through topics from its history, art and literature.
Skills developed in the course:
Interpretation of ancient sources
Essay writing using ancient evidence
Understanding classical ideas and values
Evaluating art and architecture in its classical context
Course Costs:
Nil.
This course leads to:
NCEA Level 3 Classical Studies.
INTERNAL ASSESSMENT
AS91202 - Demonstrate understanding of a significant event in the classical world - 4 Credits - Reading - Research/Report - Assessment Period - Term 2, Week 9
AS91204 - Demonstrate understanding of the relationship between aspects of the classical world and aspects of other cultures - 6 Credits - Reading - Report/Presentation - Assessment Period - Term 2, Week 4
EXTERNAL ASSESSMENT
AS91200 - Examine ideas and values of the classical world - 4 Credits - Reading and Writing - Examination - Assessment Period - end of year examination
AS91201 - Examine significant features of art in the ancient world - 4 Credits - Reading and Writing - Examination - Assessment Period - end of year examination
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