12CS1

12 Classical Studies 1

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Greg Stevens.

Classical Studies is the study of the people, places and events of the civilizations of Ancient Greece and Rome and how they influence the modern world.

Students will:
•Be introduced to aspects of the history, literature, mythology and art with a focus on the culture of Ancient Greece.
•Understand the relationships between Ancient Greek culture and the modern world.
•Appreciate examples of ancient literature and art which are of the highest standard and form their own opinions of them.

Prerequisites

At least 14 Level 1 English (11EN1 or 11ENE) reading and writing credits, including external credits.

OR at least 8 Level 1 English credits AND at least 14 Level 1 History (11HI1) OR 14 Geography (11GE1) credits. These credits should include reading / writing and external credits.

OR HoD approval.


Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

*12CS1* - Supplementary costs: Approx $15

Pathway

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

This course is eligible for subject endorsement.

Total Credits Available: 18 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 8 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 10 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91200 v2
NZQA Info
Classical Studies 2.1 - Examine ideas and values of the classical world
Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4r,4w
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91201 v2
NZQA Info
Classical Studies 2.2 - Examine the significance of features of work(s) of art in the classical world
Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4r,4w
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91202 v3
NZQA Info
Classical Studies 2.3 - Demonstrate understanding of a significant event in the classical world
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4r
Numeracy Credits: 0

Assessments:
Term: 2, Week: 5

A.S. 91204 v2
NZQA Info
Classical Studies 2.5 - Demonstrate understanding of the relationship between aspects of the classical world and aspects of other cultures
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 6r
Numeracy Credits: 0

Assessments:
Term: 1, Week: 10

Credit Summary
Total Credits: 18
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 18
Total Numeracy Credits: 0