Westlake Girls’ High School
Level 2 Classical Studies
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Ms K. Brown.
In Level 2 Classical Studies at Westlake Girls High School the focus is on the civilisation of ancient Greece; everyday life; the social and political systems, the art and literature. We examine the belief systems, philosophies and values of the time. Topics include: Athenian society, Greek drama and mythology, the architecture and sculpture of ancient Athens.
NZQA Rationale – Classical Studies is the study of the people, places and events of the classical world and how they influence the modern world. Classical Studies is an interdisciplinary subject: students engage with Literature, Languages, Art, History, Science, Technology, Religion and Philosophy. Students explore community, cultural identity, values and perspectives and think critically about human behaviour and relationships to appreciate the civilisations of ancient Greece and Rome, understand the past and the present and to imagine possible futures.
The standards and topics offered in this course may be altered at the discretion of the Head of Department.
Course Overview
Term 1
Term 1 will involve the social, cultural and political background of ancient Greece and the 2.3 internal standard on a significant event in classical society.
Term 2
Term 2 will involve 2.2 external standard on the art and architecture of ancient Greece, as well as the 2.5 internal standard on the relationship between aspects of the classical world and other cultures.
Term 3
Term 3 will involve the 2.1 external standard, that focuses on the ideas and values of ancient Greece, including social customs and rituals. It will include the study of ancient Greek drama.
Term 4
Term 4 will focus on revision of the external standards.
Recommended Prior Learning
Pathway
Classical Studies lends itself to a wide range of career choices. These include work within media and communication, journalism, research fields, education, politics, government agencies, technology, conservation, archaeology, historical preservation, advertising, fashion and the creative arts. Skills that are taught include the analysis and evaluation of evidence, construction of arguments, research, problem solving and the consideration of historical patterns and cultural viewpoints.
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.
External
NZQA Info
Classical Studies 2.1 - Examine ideas and values of the classical world
This standard is assessed in an external examination. It involves the study of Greek drama and consideration of the ideas and values of ancient Greece.
Candidates will be expected to have an understanding of:
- leadership and / or heroism
- social and cultural traditions
- ideals of behaviour and national identity
- social relationships and / or the role of the individual.
Questions may cover a combination of ideas and values.
Candidates should respond with extended paragraphs.
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
NZQA Info
Classical Studies 2.2 - Examine the significance of features of work(s) of art in the classical world
Candidates will be required to draw on one or more art works of their choice, and will be expected to have an understanding of the features of art works identified in Explanatory Note 5 of the standard.
Questions may cover a combination of features of art works.
Candidates should respond with extended paragraphs.
https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/subjects/assessment-specifications/classical-studies-l2/
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
NZQA Info
Classical Studies 2.3 - Demonstrate understanding of a significant event in the classical world
NZQA Info
Classical Studies 2.5 - Demonstrate understanding of the relationship between aspects of the classical world and aspects of other cultures
Pathway Tags
Early Childhood Teacher, Primary School Teacher, Photographer, Youth Worker, Secondary School Teacher, Social Worker, Teacher Aide, Animator/Digital Artist, Holiday Park Manager, Actor, Advertising Specialist, Copywriter, Sales and Marketing ManagerArt Director (Film, Television or Stage), Artist, Artistic Director, Film and Video Editor, Sound Technician, Tailor/Dressmaker, Entertainer, Flight Attendant, Cafe/Restaurant Manager, Film/Television Camera Operator, Journalist, Graphic Designer, Communications Professional, Telecommunications Technician, Community Worker, Conservator, Quantity Surveyor, Technical Writer, Editor, Make-up Artist, Director (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Radio Presenter, Workplace Relations Adviser, Media Producer, Production Assistant Lecturer, Recreation Co-ordinator, Television Presenter, Marketing Specialist,
Disclaimer
Courses will only run based on minimum entries
Selecting a course does not guarantee entry into this course
You may apply for an exemption if you do not meet the prerequisites of a course or if the course requires this for entry
Standards offered can be altered at the discretion of the HOF or HOD of the Department
Some standards in NCEA courses might be optional depending on student strengths
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