Latin

Course summary

The study of Latin and/or Classical Greek has a strong academic value. Both courses involve the reading of original literature in prose and verse which not only widens and deepens linguistic fluency but requires understanding of historical and cultural context as well as developing skills of literary analysis and appreciation. Students will engage with writers who laid the foundations of Western Culture. Studying the literature of these great civilisations allows students to appreciate that despite the vast differences between modern and ancient cultures essential aspects of humanity remain unchanged. The course offers the opportunity to develop student’s understanding of Latin and/ or Greek language building on the foundation of GCSE.