12CLS2

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 Credits
External - 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.

Total Credits Available: 14
Internal Assessed Credits: 0
External Assessed Credits: 14
Optional Credits Available: 0
Optional Internal Assessed Credits: 0
Optional External Assessed Credits: 0
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. 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: 14
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 14
Total Numeracy Credits: 0