Classical Studies - Higher
If you want to learn about ancient Greek and Roman civilisations this is the subject for you.
Higher and Ordinary Level Course Content
- Alexander the Great
- Ancient Epic
- Art and Architecture in Greek Society
- Athens at War
- Greek Drama
- Life and Thought in the Late Roman Republic
- Philosophers: Socrates and Plato
- Roman Art and Architecture
- Roman Historians
- Writers of the Augustan Age
How is Classical Studies Assessed?
Classical Studies students complete a research study (20%) in addition to their final exam in June (80%)
The Research Study
The research study project is based on a brief released by the SEC each year, and your research is presented in a written report.
The Exam
The two-and-a-half-hour exam is made up of two sections; Section A (Stimulus-driven questions) and Section B (Extended writing section)
Future Careers
Teaching, Archaeology, Theology, Journalism and History.
Download the LC Classical Studies Curriculum Specification
Download the Research Study Guidance
Download the Chief Examiner's Report (2011)