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13 Classics (13CLS)

13CLS
Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Andrew Tebbutt, Nadene Brouwer.

Recommended Prior Learning

Entry Requirements

10 credits in a Level 2 writing-rich subject

13 Classics

Develop your understanding of ancient queenship through a study of several notable queens from antiquity. Explore the reign of Olympias of Macedonia, the Ptolemaic queen Arsinoe II or Hatshepsut of Egypt in terms of how they ruled. Then consider the greatest queen of all, Cleopatra VII of Egypt, and her reputation with later cultures.

 

Content

  • Ancient queenship
  • The rule of Olympias, Arsinoe II, Hatshepsut and other queens
  • Cleopatra VII as pharaoh: her successful rule, and her later reputation
  • Representations of Cleopatra: Roman poetry, Medieval Arabic views, Hollywood and Netflix 

Course Overview

Term 2
A.S. 91397 v2 Classical Studies 3.4 - Demonstrate understanding of significant ideology(ies) in the classical world, 6 credits, due 17 May

Term 3
A.S. 91398 v2 Classical Studies 3.5 - Demonstrate understanding of the lasting influences of the classical world on other cultures across time, 6 credits, 17 September

Term 4
A.S. 91394 v2 Classical Studies 3.1 - Analyse ideas and values of the classical world, 4 credits, External examination November

Learning Areas:

Social Science


Assessment Information

Possible Credits
External - 10 credits
Internal - 12 credits

UE Approved