L3 Classical Studies - Full Year

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.

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The Teacher

Nick Schumacher

0Students 8 Courses

Course Details

What will students be able to do after completing your course?

Learning Goal 1

Work collaboratively within an e-learning environment

Learning Goal 2

Use digital technology tools with increasing fluency

Learning Goal 3

Work independently demonstrating self-directed study skills in a supportive learning environment

Learning Goal 4

Participate and contribute in building community knowledge and understanding of Classics

Subject Area/s

Social Sciences

Prior learning needed

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

Online learning technologies used

Google Meet, Mattermost

Duration

School Year

Course Start Date

28 Jan 2026

Course End Date

20 Nov 2026

Taught in

English

NZQA or NCEA based programme

Yes

Level/s

NCEA Level 3

Micro-credential

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.

NetNZ (& VLNC) Exchange

Learning Exchange

1.00 placement

OR Cost

$1976.00

Class size

2 - 22