Latin

Course summary

This subject offers you the opportunity to study elements of the language and literature of the Classical world, acquiring in the process an understanding of the culture, politics, and social life of Rome at significant periods in its history. At St Dunstan's, students who choose Latin prove themselves to be completely devoted to the subject, resilient and courageous in tackling the most challenging passages, including the favourites - Scansion and Prose Composition. Teachers from the Classics department are renowned for their passion for the subject and for creating an academically galvanising, immersive, yet friendly and supportive atmosphere in the classroom.