Hagley Community College
12 Classics (12CLS2)
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Andrew Tebbutt, Nadene Brouwer.
12 Classics
SEMESTER TWO COURSE
‘Sappho’s Reputation and Greek Sculpture’
We begin by exploring the reputation of the Greek lesbian poet Sappho – how later cultures have interpreted and understood her: Greek, Roman, medieval, nineteenth century art – and modern lesbian culture. We then study how the Greeks depicted the body in sculpture, with a special focus on the work of Praxitelles.
Topics:
- Sappho’s life and love poetry
- Sappho’s later reputation: Greek, Roman, medieval, nineteenth century art; modern lesbian culture
- The paintings of Simeon Solomon
- Greek sculpture: the male and female body
This course is split into two semesters: students can take just one course or both.
Recommended Prior Learning
Entry Requirements
10 credits in a Level 1 writing-rich subject
Assessment Information
Possible CreditsExternal - 8 credits
Internal - 6 credits
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.
External
NZQA Info
Classical Studies 2.1 - Examine ideas and values of the classical world
NZQA Info
Classical Studies 2.2 - Examine the significance of features of work(s) of art in the classical world
NZQA Info
Classical Studies 2.5 - Demonstrate understanding of the relationship between aspects of the classical world and aspects of other cultures
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