Level 2 Classical Studies
12CLST Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Ms K. Brown.
Recommended Prior LearningIn 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.
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.