The course is divided equally between language and literature and gives students the opportunity to study some of the most influential and exciting pieces of literature in the history of western civilisation. Utilising the skills and knowledge gained at GCSE, the language work encapsulates the challenges of de-coding, problem-solving, logical thinking and analysis. Students enjoy a strong sense of satisfaction in accessing an ancient text and then representing it using contemporary, appropriate phraseology. The Iliad and Odyssey by Homer, studied in the Lower Sixth, are the beginnings of Western literature. The epics show us what it means to be human and are full of stirring tales of warring armies, feuding gods, romance and tragedy. The Iliad looks unflinchingly at life, death and mortality and is just as relevant today as when it was composed. The Odyssey examines the core Greek value of hospitality and includes some of the most famous of all Greek myths. Prose authors include the influential philosophical writings of Plato, Herodotus, the first of all western historians, and Thucydides who records the spectacular decline of Athens in the Peloponnesian War at the hands of the all-conquering Spartans. A profound understanding of literature and genre, as well as an insightful understanding of the mechanics of language and the etymology of vocabulary, will stay with the students for the rest of their lives.
Students need to have studied Greek at GCSE and they will have achieved a Grade 7 or above in their GCSE Greek examination. Greek can be studied in combination with any other A Level subjects. For those students wishing to study Classics at university, Greek is often studied in combination with Latin.
A Level Greek OCR consists of four written papers. No coursework is set. Language Paper 1: Unseen translation - students translate one passage of unseen prose and one passage of unseen verse. Paper 2: Prose composition or comprehension - students translate a passage of Greek into English. Students can opt for comprehension questions on a passage of Greek prose, including some grammar questions. Literature. Paper 3: Prose Literature - students study two Greek prose authors. Paper includes a translation of a passage from the text, comprehension questions requiring literary criticism and appreciation, and an essay requiring over-arching analysis of the whole text. Paper 4: Verse Literature - students study two Greek verse authors. Paper is the same format as the Prose paper.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Surrey |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Boys |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £22,572 |
| Address | High Street, Guildford, GU1 3BB |
The course is divided equally between language and literature and gives students the opportunity to study some of the most influential and exciting pieces of literature in the history of western civilisation. Utilising the skills and knowledge gained at GCSE, the language work encapsulates the challenges of de-coding, problem-solving, logical thinking and analysis. Students enjoy a strong sense of satisfaction in accessing an ancient text and then representing it using contemporary, appropriate phraseology. The Iliad and Odyssey by Homer, studied in the Lower Sixth, are the beginnings of Western literature. The epics show us what it means to be human and are full of stirring tales of warring armies, feuding gods, romance and tragedy. The Iliad looks unflinchingly at life, death and mortality and is just as relevant today as when it was composed. The Odyssey examines the core Greek value of hospitality and includes some of the most famous of all Greek myths. Prose authors include the influential philosophical writings of Plato, Herodotus, the first of all western historians, and Thucydides who records the spectacular decline of Athens in the Peloponnesian War at the hands of the all-conquering Spartans. A profound understanding of literature and genre, as well as an insightful understanding of the mechanics of language and the etymology of vocabulary, will stay with the students for the rest of their lives.
Students need to have studied Greek at GCSE and they will have achieved a Grade 7 or above in their GCSE Greek examination. Greek can be studied in combination with any other A Level subjects. For those students wishing to study Classics at university, Greek is often studied in combination with Latin.
A Level Greek OCR consists of four written papers. No coursework is set. Language Paper 1: Unseen translation - students translate one passage of unseen prose and one passage of unseen verse. Paper 2: Prose composition or comprehension - students translate a passage of Greek into English. Students can opt for comprehension questions on a passage of Greek prose, including some grammar questions. Literature. Paper 3: Prose Literature - students study two Greek prose authors. Paper includes a translation of a passage from the text, comprehension questions requiring literary criticism and appreciation, and an essay requiring over-arching analysis of the whole text. Paper 4: Verse Literature - students study two Greek verse authors. Paper is the same format as the Prose paper.