The Classical Civilisation course offers an exciting exploration into many areas of the classical world including literature in translation, archaeology, art and architecture, history, politics and philosophy. The influence of the classical world is all around us; Classical Civilisation gives you the chance to study some of these contributions in their original, classical contexts. Whether it is reading great literature, admiring magnificent sculpture, investigating ancient politics or delving into classical history, Classical Civilisation provides something for everyone. Classical Civilisation complements many popular A level subjects, particularly English Literature, History, History of Art, Religious Studies and Drama. When combined with Latin and/or Classical Greek, it can provide an excellent and well-respected foundation for traditional Classics degrees, or it can be studied without classical languages in preparation for many degrees including Classical Studies, Archaeology and Anthropology, Ancient and Modern History, English and Oriental Studies. If you are looking at predominantly science or Mathematics A levels, Classical Civilisation may provide just the contrast you are looking for. You do not need to have studied any classical languages to do A level Classical Civilisation.
We expect all pupils progressing from UV into the Sixth Form at Wycombe Abbey to achieve a minimum of six GCSE passes at grades 7, 8 or 9. A GCSE grade 7 or above is required for the subjects you wish to study at A level (excluding those subjects which are not offered at GCSE, although a grade 7 or above should be achieved in a subject which requires similar skills). Should a pupil not achieve this standard, a discussion will be held with the pupil, her parents and relevant staff members to support them in finding a suitable alternative route.
The units are assessed in three written papers at the end of the Upper Sixth.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Day £38,700; Boarding £50,925 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | Frances Dove Way, High Wycombe, HP11 1PE |
The Classical Civilisation course offers an exciting exploration into many areas of the classical world including literature in translation, archaeology, art and architecture, history, politics and philosophy. The influence of the classical world is all around us; Classical Civilisation gives you the chance to study some of these contributions in their original, classical contexts. Whether it is reading great literature, admiring magnificent sculpture, investigating ancient politics or delving into classical history, Classical Civilisation provides something for everyone. Classical Civilisation complements many popular A level subjects, particularly English Literature, History, History of Art, Religious Studies and Drama. When combined with Latin and/or Classical Greek, it can provide an excellent and well-respected foundation for traditional Classics degrees, or it can be studied without classical languages in preparation for many degrees including Classical Studies, Archaeology and Anthropology, Ancient and Modern History, English and Oriental Studies. If you are looking at predominantly science or Mathematics A levels, Classical Civilisation may provide just the contrast you are looking for. You do not need to have studied any classical languages to do A level Classical Civilisation.
We expect all pupils progressing from UV into the Sixth Form at Wycombe Abbey to achieve a minimum of six GCSE passes at grades 7, 8 or 9. A GCSE grade 7 or above is required for the subjects you wish to study at A level (excluding those subjects which are not offered at GCSE, although a grade 7 or above should be achieved in a subject which requires similar skills). Should a pupil not achieve this standard, a discussion will be held with the pupil, her parents and relevant staff members to support them in finding a suitable alternative route.
The units are assessed in three written papers at the end of the Upper Sixth.