13 Classics (13CLS)

13CLS
Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Tamara Yuill Proctor

Recommended Prior Learning

Entry Requirements

10 credits in a Level 2 language-rich subject

13 Classics

Develop your understanding of the social and conflict history of the Ptolemaic Egyptian world through the career of Cleopatra VII and the writings of key ancient historians.

Course Components

  • The Ptolemaic Kingdom of Egypt: history, political ideology
  • Cleopatra VII queen: religion, imperialism, family, relationships, motherhood ...
  • Cleopatra VII through the ages: how she was seen by the Romans and Medieval Arab culture
  • Cleopatra in the twentieth century: Elizabeth Taylor and Asterix
  • Ancient Writers: Plutarch & Horace
Learning Areas:

Social Science