L3 Classical Studies - Full Year

NCEA L3 Classical Studies

Course Overview

Level 3 CLASSICAL STUDIES is the study of the culture and civilization of ancient Greece and Rome. We pay particular attention to the religion, art, architecture, law, sociology, politics, philosophy and history of these two cultures. As such Classics is an interdisciplinary study and whether you are interested in art, literature, history, drama, philosophy, or politics, you will find something of interest to you in Classics.

Throughout the year we will study: Augustus and the establishment of the Roman Empire;  Roman Art and Architecture; Greek Science; and, the comedies of Artistophanes.


The Teacher

Nick Schumacher

0Students 7 Courses

Course Details

Work collaboratively within an e-learning environment
Use digital technology tools with increasing fluency
Work independently demonstrating self-directed study skills in a supportive learning environment
Participate and contribute in building community knowledge and understanding of Classics

Social Sciences
There’s no need to have studied Classics at Level 2. You need to have an interest in history, literature, art, architecture, mythology and ideas of the ancient classical world. Skill in fluent essay writing and course reading are needed for the course as
Google Meet, Google Spaces
School Year
28 Jan 2025
20 Nov 2025
English

Yes
NCEA Level 3
No
Standard No * Standard title credit value Internal/External Completion
91397 v2 Demonstrate understanding of significant ideology(ies) in the classical world. 6 Internal
91398 v2 Demonstrate understanding of the lasting influences of the classical world on other cultures across time. 6 Internal
91394 v2 Analyse ideas and values of the classical world. 4 External
91395 v2 Analyse the significance of a work(s) of art in the classical world 4 External
91396 v2 Analyse the impact of a significant historical figure on the classical world. 6 External

NCEA Level 3 Classical Studies - ESA study guide (good to have but not essential) Aristophanes: Frogs and Other Plays (Penguin ed ISBN: 9780140449693) available as paperback or e-book. (essential) Use of a computer at both school and home.

Learning Exchange

1.00 placement

OR Cost

$2371.00

2 - 22

Offered by

Waimate High School
Waimate High School

Level (NCEA)

Yes - L3

Course Dates

28 Jan 2025

till 20 Nov 2025

Duration

School Year

Taught in

English

Overall Rating

Learning Exchange

1.00 placement

OR Cost

$2371.00

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