Latin A Level is an immensely rewarding course which will suit someone who enjoys the language itself and has an interest in the classical world. It is a fantastic linchpin to connect Sciences and Maths with a Language or humanity. Having Latin on a CV or UCAS form will really impress admissions tutors and prospective employers. Most of the grammar has already been met, whilst studying GCSE. We study the grammar and vocabulary in greater depth and also learn about history, politics, philosophy and religion of the Romans with reference to the set texts, which are studied as works of literature in their own right. Thus, by the end of the course, pupils will be able to read many of the major authors from the first century BC and the first century AD independently. A qualification in Latin at A Level is evidence of clarity of mind valued in all walks of life. Employers hold Classicists in high regard, because of their ability to think logically, and their well-developed communications skills. Gaining a good grade in Latin at A Level is viewed as excellent proof of a pupil’s academic and intellectual abilities by admission tutors in a wide range of university disciplines, but especially Law, Medicine, History, Politics, Modern and Oriental languages, Archaeology, Theology, English as well as Classics.
GCSE Latin at Grade 6 or higher.
This is a linear course and all written examinations are taken at the end of year 2, in each of the components listed below. There are formal internal written assessments taken in at the end of year 1, but these do not contribute to the final award. Set texts change every 2 years. Those below will be examined in 2020/21 . UNSEEN TRANSLATION AND COMPREHENSION: 2 written papers worth 150 marks - We work through some exciting authors, such as Livy and Caesar, to prepare for this paper, getting an insight into life in the Roman world. PROSE LITERATURE: 2hr written paper worth 75 marks - We study Cicero’s Phillipic and Apuleius Metamorphoses V. VERSE LITERATURE: 2hr written paper worth 75 marks - Everyone should study Virgil and so Aeneid XI is our first set text, followed by some great poetry from Ovid’s Amores.
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Day £17,340 - £26,595; Boarding £21,000 - £43,590 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | Blundell's Road, Tiverton, EX16 4DN |
Latin A Level is an immensely rewarding course which will suit someone who enjoys the language itself and has an interest in the classical world. It is a fantastic linchpin to connect Sciences and Maths with a Language or humanity. Having Latin on a CV or UCAS form will really impress admissions tutors and prospective employers. Most of the grammar has already been met, whilst studying GCSE. We study the grammar and vocabulary in greater depth and also learn about history, politics, philosophy and religion of the Romans with reference to the set texts, which are studied as works of literature in their own right. Thus, by the end of the course, pupils will be able to read many of the major authors from the first century BC and the first century AD independently. A qualification in Latin at A Level is evidence of clarity of mind valued in all walks of life. Employers hold Classicists in high regard, because of their ability to think logically, and their well-developed communications skills. Gaining a good grade in Latin at A Level is viewed as excellent proof of a pupil’s academic and intellectual abilities by admission tutors in a wide range of university disciplines, but especially Law, Medicine, History, Politics, Modern and Oriental languages, Archaeology, Theology, English as well as Classics.
GCSE Latin at Grade 6 or higher.
This is a linear course and all written examinations are taken at the end of year 2, in each of the components listed below. There are formal internal written assessments taken in at the end of year 1, but these do not contribute to the final award. Set texts change every 2 years. Those below will be examined in 2020/21 . UNSEEN TRANSLATION AND COMPREHENSION: 2 written papers worth 150 marks - We work through some exciting authors, such as Livy and Caesar, to prepare for this paper, getting an insight into life in the Roman world. PROSE LITERATURE: 2hr written paper worth 75 marks - We study Cicero’s Phillipic and Apuleius Metamorphoses V. VERSE LITERATURE: 2hr written paper worth 75 marks - Everyone should study Virgil and so Aeneid XI is our first set text, followed by some great poetry from Ovid’s Amores.