Component 1: The World of the Hero This component consists of an in-depth study of one of Homer’s Iliad or Odyssey and Virgil’s Aeneid. Students will examine what an ideal hero was and themes such as honour, reputation, death, mortality, wrath, reconciliation, portrayal of war, hospitality, the power of fate, the role of the immortals, relationships between men, women, parents and children, the role of women and the role of slaves. They will consider the political and cultural context in which the epics were written, including Augustan Rome. They will also explore the rich and diverse language of Homer and/or Virgil and the role of epic and oral poetry in ancient Greece and Rome. This component is solely focused on the study of literature in translation. Component 2: Culture and the Arts Greek Art – The 6th-4th centuries BC saw a huge amount of change in the Greek world. The Greek Art unit follows the development of vase-painting and sculpture from their archaic beginnings and Egyptian influence through to the development of the High Classical period. The influence of this period of artistic development is still visible throughout our modern world. Students will both visually critique and evaluate artworks, alongside studying the variety of historical and cultural influences under which they were developed. Classical art covers religious, societal, historical and political contexts and thereby affords a fantastic window into the Ancient World. Component 3: Beliefs and Ideas Greek Religion The study of Love and Relationship offers the opportunity for learners to recognise and relate to the passions, frustrations and delights of love in the ancient world. The ethical questions raised by these ideas continue to be wrestled over by successive generations and this unit will generate interesting and important discussions about love, desire, sex, sexuality, and the institution of marriage. Ancient ideas about men, women and marriage enable learners to discuss the reality of love and relationships in everyday life. Throughout this material, learners will be able to draw comparisons and make judgements about ideal and reality, and the nature of ‘right’ and ‘wrong’ ways to love or be loved. The study of poetry forms the second half of the unit. Sappho provides a link between the Homeric poems and the literature of 5th and 4th century Athens. She is one of very few female voices from the ancient world; the context of her life is fascinating, and her verse is powerful and evocative. Ovid offers a lighter presentation of relationships and concentrates on the fun and flirtation of budding romances.
A minimum of 8 GCSEs in grades 9-5, including English and Maths. Pupils should achieve grades 9-6 in subjects they have chosen for A Level, as well as related subjects.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Windsor and Maidenhead |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £11,850 - £18,585 |
| Address | Kings Road, Sunninghill, Ascot, SL5 7PS |
Component 1: The World of the Hero This component consists of an in-depth study of one of Homer’s Iliad or Odyssey and Virgil’s Aeneid. Students will examine what an ideal hero was and themes such as honour, reputation, death, mortality, wrath, reconciliation, portrayal of war, hospitality, the power of fate, the role of the immortals, relationships between men, women, parents and children, the role of women and the role of slaves. They will consider the political and cultural context in which the epics were written, including Augustan Rome. They will also explore the rich and diverse language of Homer and/or Virgil and the role of epic and oral poetry in ancient Greece and Rome. This component is solely focused on the study of literature in translation. Component 2: Culture and the Arts Greek Art – The 6th-4th centuries BC saw a huge amount of change in the Greek world. The Greek Art unit follows the development of vase-painting and sculpture from their archaic beginnings and Egyptian influence through to the development of the High Classical period. The influence of this period of artistic development is still visible throughout our modern world. Students will both visually critique and evaluate artworks, alongside studying the variety of historical and cultural influences under which they were developed. Classical art covers religious, societal, historical and political contexts and thereby affords a fantastic window into the Ancient World. Component 3: Beliefs and Ideas Greek Religion The study of Love and Relationship offers the opportunity for learners to recognise and relate to the passions, frustrations and delights of love in the ancient world. The ethical questions raised by these ideas continue to be wrestled over by successive generations and this unit will generate interesting and important discussions about love, desire, sex, sexuality, and the institution of marriage. Ancient ideas about men, women and marriage enable learners to discuss the reality of love and relationships in everyday life. Throughout this material, learners will be able to draw comparisons and make judgements about ideal and reality, and the nature of ‘right’ and ‘wrong’ ways to love or be loved. The study of poetry forms the second half of the unit. Sappho provides a link between the Homeric poems and the literature of 5th and 4th century Athens. She is one of very few female voices from the ancient world; the context of her life is fascinating, and her verse is powerful and evocative. Ovid offers a lighter presentation of relationships and concentrates on the fun and flirtation of budding romances.
A minimum of 8 GCSEs in grades 9-5, including English and Maths. Pupils should achieve grades 9-6 in subjects they have chosen for A Level, as well as related subjects.