Papanui High School/Coursebook/CLS201

= CLASSICAL STUDIES 201 (Full Year) - CLS21F =

TEACHER IN CHARGE: Ms Ferguson / Mrs Welch

PRE-REQUISITES This new subject which begins at Year 12 caters for students of different abilities and educational backgrounds. To be eligible for entry, students need to have achieved in either Level 1 History, Geography or English.

CONTENT Classical Studies is an inter-disciplinary study of ancient Greek and Roman culture.

Topics include:


 * Greek mythology
 * Homer’s Odyssey
 * Roman social life
 * Art of Pompeii and Herculaneum

ASSESSMENT Achievement Standards and consists of 20 credits. Internal and external assessments apply.

COST $10.00 for printed material

FUTURE POSSIBILITIES The course provides an excellent background for further study at Level 3 and beyond, not only in Classics but also history, art history, English and philosophy. It can also be of general interest, providing cultural enrichment, improving literacy and helping develop communication, research and analytical skills. Return to Course Menu