An A Level in Latin or Classics can set you apart from the crowd. They are highly regarded, and an excellent stepping stone to careers in law, politics, journalism and international relations. Once again, Latin is an excellent academic A Level for pupils with a logical brain who may be considering a career in law, or as an enjoyable contrast for those studying two sciences for example, and who wish to study medicine. A recent past pupil currently studying medicine, was complimented at his interview on his choice of Latin A level! Latin also fits very well for pupils studying History, English or Philosophy at A Level. We also offer Classical Civilisation at A Level; pupils do not have to have studied this previously at GCSE, as it is a complete stand-alone course. We have taught many successful candidates for whom this was their first experience of the classical world; several of whom have gone on to study this subject at university. Four past pupils are currently studying Ancient History at Cardiff University for example. The current OCR A Level course is extremely broad, and allows us to choose such diverse modules as Bronze Age Archaeology or Greek Tragedy. The modules currently being studied in the Sixth Form are Greek Myth and Religion, (Upper Sixth) and the Imperial Image of Augustus, the first emperor (Lower Sixth). Through an examination of the literature, visual and material culture of the period pupils can examine the ways Augustus tried to “spin” his public image in ways Donald Trump would envy, proving that the study of the classical world is still relevant today.