Classical Civilisation
at The Thomas Hardye School, Dorchester · school or sixth form
Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionGood2025see the detail
What the college says
Classical Civilisation is ideal for students who are fascinated by mythology and have an interest in the ancient world of the Greeks and Romans. Students will read plays and stories in English translation, explore the work of historians and philosophers, and study ancient art and architecture. The course will introduce students to many different aspects of the classical world, from the gods and heroes of the Trojan War to the representation and status of women. By the end of the course students will understand why the classical world continues to have such an influence on modern culture and society
What you need to get on
6 in English Literature and preferably 5 in History
How you are assessed
Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.
What this level means
The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.
Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?
Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.
Where it runs
The Thomas Hardye School
Queens Avenue, Dorchester, DT1 2ET
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