Are you interested in myths and legends? Do you enjoy reading stories and discussing big ideas? Classical mythology is the link between the differing elements of this course, which aims to teach you about the literature and art of Greece and Rome. There are many opportunities to expand your acquaintance with the classical world through visits to museums, theatres, external lectures and participation in a Harpur Trust Classics Society. This is the ideal subject if you would like to embark on something completely new and there is no Latin required, it is all in English! The course involves modules of ancient literature as well as modules on ancient Greek art and architecture. The World of the Hero You will study two of the world’s greatest epic stories, Homer’s Iliad and Virgil’s Aeneid. The Iliad tells the tale of Achilles, the greatest of all Greek heroes. The Aeneid is the story of the Trojan hero Aeneas who founded the Roman race. Through these extraordinary stories you will study the portrayal of war, love, Greek gods, women, heroism and fate. Culture and the Arts You will consider beautiful ancient vases depicting mythical scenes. You will explore Greek theatre studying three plays, the tragedies Sophocles' Oedipus the King and Euripide's The Bacchae and the comedy The Frogs by Aristophanes. Greek drama forms some of the most powerful literature of the ancient world and has had a profound influence on modern culture. Belief and Ideas The unit Love and Relationships offers the opportunity to recognise and relate to the passions and frustrations of love in the ancient world. Through the work of writers and poets, including Plato, Seneca, Ovid and Sappho (one of the few female poets) you will discuss the ancient Greek views on love, romance, sex and marriage.
It is most important to realise that there is no need to have prior knowledge of Latin, Greek or the classical world in order to study this subject. We start at the beginning. There is no language work and just a little history. A good standard of written English is essential, with at least a grade 6 in English at GCSE. However, what is needed more than anything is an enjoyment of reading and an enthusiasm for new experiences and ideas.
Candidates will have three written papers. The first paper consists of three sections, two of which will focus on commentary questions from the Epics; and the third section will contain a question comparing the two texts. The second and third papers will combine a commentary question focused on an extract from one of the texts or images you have studied, and an essay.
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Bedford |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Girls |
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| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £12,192 - £17,133 |
| Address | Cardington Road, Bedford, MK42 0BX |
Are you interested in myths and legends? Do you enjoy reading stories and discussing big ideas? Classical mythology is the link between the differing elements of this course, which aims to teach you about the literature and art of Greece and Rome. There are many opportunities to expand your acquaintance with the classical world through visits to museums, theatres, external lectures and participation in a Harpur Trust Classics Society. This is the ideal subject if you would like to embark on something completely new and there is no Latin required, it is all in English! The course involves modules of ancient literature as well as modules on ancient Greek art and architecture. The World of the Hero You will study two of the world’s greatest epic stories, Homer’s Iliad and Virgil’s Aeneid. The Iliad tells the tale of Achilles, the greatest of all Greek heroes. The Aeneid is the story of the Trojan hero Aeneas who founded the Roman race. Through these extraordinary stories you will study the portrayal of war, love, Greek gods, women, heroism and fate. Culture and the Arts You will consider beautiful ancient vases depicting mythical scenes. You will explore Greek theatre studying three plays, the tragedies Sophocles' Oedipus the King and Euripide's The Bacchae and the comedy The Frogs by Aristophanes. Greek drama forms some of the most powerful literature of the ancient world and has had a profound influence on modern culture. Belief and Ideas The unit Love and Relationships offers the opportunity to recognise and relate to the passions and frustrations of love in the ancient world. Through the work of writers and poets, including Plato, Seneca, Ovid and Sappho (one of the few female poets) you will discuss the ancient Greek views on love, romance, sex and marriage.
It is most important to realise that there is no need to have prior knowledge of Latin, Greek or the classical world in order to study this subject. We start at the beginning. There is no language work and just a little history. A good standard of written English is essential, with at least a grade 6 in English at GCSE. However, what is needed more than anything is an enjoyment of reading and an enthusiasm for new experiences and ideas.
Candidates will have three written papers. The first paper consists of three sections, two of which will focus on commentary questions from the Epics; and the third section will contain a question comparing the two texts. The second and third papers will combine a commentary question focused on an extract from one of the texts or images you have studied, and an essay.