Classical Civilisation

Course summary

AIMS • To develop students’ understanding of the ancient world and the legacy of the ancient world in today’s society • To develop a broad and extensive interest in the literature and culture of the ancient world The areas covered are: 1: “The World of the Hero”: An in depth study of Homer’s Odyssey and Virgil’s Aeneid and the society in which they were created. 2: “Greek Theatre”: An in depth Study of Sophocles’ Oedipus Rex, Euripides’ Bacchae and Aristophanes’ Frogs, as well as the conventions surrounding Greek Theatre in the 4th Century BC. 3: “Politics of the Late Republic”: Through a study of Cicero’s letters and speeches, students study the political, military and social conditions that led to Rome transitioning from a democracy to a dictatorship.