13CLS

Level 3 - Classical Studies

Course Description

Classical studies in Level 3 is the study of Ancient Rome. In this course, students will have opportunities to learn about Roman culture, art literature and life in general during the reign of the Roman Empire. Students will study how the Roman Empire used art and architecture as propaganda, controlling the masses through grandeur and fear. They will also learn about the renaissance and humanism with the importance of understanding how the classical world still impacts us today.

Pre-requisites

There are no prerequisites for this course.


Course Specific Costs

None

Pathway

Classics is one of the fastest growing courses in secondary schools and universities. It provides the basis for many areas of study and will certainly be beneficial if one is contemplating travel to Europe.

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.

Total Credits Available: 22
Internal Assessed Credits: 12
External Assessed Credits: 10
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91395 v2
NZQA Info

Classical Studies 3.2 - Analyse the significance of a work(s) of art in the classical world


Level: 3
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4r,4w *
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91396 v2
NZQA Info

Classical Studies 3.3 - Analyse the impact of a significant historical figure on the classical world


Level: 3
Internal or External: External
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 6r,6w *
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91397 v2
NZQA Info

Classical Studies 3.4 - Demonstrate understanding of significant ideology(ies) in the classical world


Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 6r *
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91398 v2
NZQA Info

Classical Studies 3.5 - Demonstrate understanding of the lasting influences of the classical world on other cultures across time


Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 6r *
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 22
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 22
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Approved subject for University Entrance

Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 22

Disclaimer

Specific course content may change from what has been advertised in order to remain current and meet students' needs. 

The school has the right to make the best decision based on both staffing, and overall student interest, when preparing the final timetable.