Yr 13 Classical Studies
The student is introduced to the important periods of ancient Greece and Rome; periods of greatness that probably will never be bettered. The topics studied should give insight as to why the cultures became so great.
Greek ideas led the world for centuries, and topics in this section follow literary and philosophical themes whereas the Romans were practical people so their administration and politics are of interest.
Objectives:
The course will
- provide students with a knowledge and appreciation of selected areas of Greek and Roman civilization.
- provide experience in a variety of different types of subject matter, evidence and argument.
- provide a course which will interest and stimulate students of different abilities and academic backgrounds.
- allow students the freedom to choose aspects of classical civilization appropriate to their own interests.
The topics studied are:
1. The life of Alexander the Great
2. Virgil: The Aeneid
3. Greek vase painting of the 5th and 6th centuries BC.
| Externally Assessed Achievement Standards | |||
| CLST3.1 | 90511 | 6 Credits | Explain a passage or passages from a work of classical literature in translation |
| CLST 3.2 | 90512 | 6 Credits | Explain a work or works of classical art |
| CLST 3.3 | 90513 | 6 Credits | Explain in essay format an aspect of the classical world |
| Internally Assessed Achievement Standard | |||
| CLST 3.4 | 90514 | 6 Credits | Research an area of classical studies |
Entry requirements: A student needs to obtain 16 credits of History or at the HOF discretion.