2CLAS

2 Classics

Course Description

Learning Area Leader: Mr R. McBrearty.

Journey into the fascinating world of ancient civilizations in this NCEA Level 2 Classical Studies course. Discover the captivating stories of Hercules, the dramatic eruption of Mount Vesuvius, the beauty of Greek art, and the epic adventure of the Odyssey.


Skills/content you will cover in this course 

  • A variety of topics including Ancient Greece

  • Engage in discussion

  • Analyse historical sources

  • Question reliability and validity

  • Evaluate the significance of events in the Classical world.


Skills you need to be successful in this course - learners require confidence reading academic texts, strong formal writing skills, research skills, and note-taking strategies to be successful in this course. 

This course is useful for or will lead to - Level 3 Classics, Level 3 History, and tertiary study in Humanities. 

Recommended Prior Learning

Level 1 Literacy

Additional Course Specific Contributions & Equipment/Stationery

General stationery and A4 Clearfile OR an A3 Visual Diary.

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: 22
Internal Assessed Credits: 14
External Assessed Credits: 8
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91185 v2
NZQA Info

Art History 2.6 - Communicate a considered personal response to art works


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
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
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
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 22
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 18
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Disclaimer

Please note that course assessment and costs/equipment may change.