NCEA Level 2 Classical Studies
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr A. Samuels.
Classical Studies at Level 2 covers the following topics:
Athenian Democracy and its development in classical Greece. Here we examine the important events, figures and institutions that helped Athens to grow into a powerhouse on the Greek mainland, shaping democracy into what would become the core of our civilisation.
The epic poetry of Homer in The Odyssey. Here we examine the adventures of the Greek hero Odysseus as he battles monsters, witches, armies and the gods in his journey to return to his homeland of Ithaca. Social customs, expectations, the status of the hero, leadership and literary conventions all help to give us a picture of the ancient world.
Recommended Prior Learning
Open to any Level 1 student with at least 15 credits in English.
Students who wish to take Classical Studies should have sound skills in reading and writing and should be able to take an analytical approach to information studied in class. The ability to conduct research individually and be highly motivated and engaged in the topic areas, while also making positive contributions to lessons.
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Classical Studies 2.1 - Examine ideas and values of the classical world
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Classical Studies 2.3 - Demonstrate understanding of a significant event in the classical world
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Classical Studies 2.4 - Examine socio-political life in the classical world
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Classical Studies 2.5 - Demonstrate understanding of the relationship between aspects of the classical world and aspects of other cultures
Disclaimer
Rosmini College's timetable is student-driven and a new timetable is generated each year based on student subject selection. Unfortunately, while we do our best to avoid them, timetabling clashes may still occur and a few students may be required to choose an alternative subject option.
The 2025 timetable, including the number of classes in each subject and staffing allocations, is created based on student selections made in 2024. Because of this, changing subjects at the beginning of 2025 may not be possible. Please, make your subject choices carefully.