NCEA Level 3 Classical Studies 301
CLS301 Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Ms J. Botting.
Recommended Prior LearningThis is a literacy-rich subject. You should have 12 or more credits from a literacy-rich NCEA Level 2 subject (e.g. Classical Studies, English or History). Ideally, you should already have 10 UE literacy credits. While Level 2 Classical Studies is helpful, all students will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Classical Studies 301
Classical Studies looks at the people, places and events of Ancient Greece and Rome. We explore ideas such as citizenship and society, culture and identity, empire and power, conflict, and art and aesthetics.
This course builds on the knowledge and skills students learnt in CLS201 with a specific focus on influence and ideology. We will study Greek vases, the influence of Trojan War myths on art over time, and the impact Alexander the Great and his ideologies had on the Classical world.
As a literacy-rich, UE-approved subject, students will continue to develop and strengthen a wide range of academic skills which can be used across any academic setting in preparation for tertiary study.
Course Overview
Term 1
Topic: Trojan War myths on Greek vases
Assessment: Practice for external AS 91395 Analyse the significance of a work(s) of art in the classical world.
Term 2
Topic: The Influence of Trojan War Myths on Art.
Assessment: Internal AS 91398: Demonstrate understanding of the lasting influences of the classical world on other cultures across time (6 credits)
Topic: Alexander the Great
Assessment: Practice for external AS 91396: Analyse the impact of a significant historical figure on the classical world.
Term 3
Topic: Propaganda and Ideology of Alexander the Great
Assessment: Internal AS 91397: Demonstrate understanding of significant ideology(ies) in the classical world (6 credits).
Derived Grade Exams for AS 91395 and AS 91396 will also occur during this term.
Term 4
Topic: Revision and exam preparation.
Assessment: External AS 91395: Analyse the significance of a work(s) of art in the classical world (4 credits) and/or
External AS 91396: Analyse the impact of a significant historical figure on the classical world (6 credits)
Career Pathways
Journalist, Author, Secondary School Teacher, Conservator, Policy Analyst, Elected Government Representative, Marketing Specialist, Game Developer, Historian, Curator, Physician, Barrister
Contributions and Equipment/StationeryNo days out of school are planned at this stage although should a relevant exhibition or university day occur a trip may take place.
Students will need a device, a highlighter and a lined notebook.