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GCE A Level Classical Civilisation

at Colchester County High School For Girls, Colchester · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

Classical Civilisation is a truly broad multidisciplinary subject, involving elements of English, History, Art, Mathematics, Sciences, Philosophy etc. The purpose of the course is to introduce candidates to a time and culture which is so different, and yet so similar to our own, and in so doing develop an awareness of the progress and nature of humans and their interaction within an organised society. No prior knowledge or GCSE is required. What do you study? 3 areas of study • The world of the hero. Study of epic Greek and Latin literature. • Culture and the arts. An opportunity to consider the visual material and the culture of Greece and Rome. • Beliefs and ideas. Component will involve the study of an area of classical thought e.g. the religions and political ideas and beliefs of the Greeks and Romans.

What you need to get on

The minimum entry requirement is 4 GCSEs at Grade 7 or above and 2 GCSEs at Grade 6 including English Language and Mathematics at a minimum of Grade 6. Students will be required to achieve at least a Grade 7 in each GCSE subject they wish to study at A Level. For A Levels not studied at GCSE for Classical Civilisation you will require to have achieved a Grade 6 in GCSE English Language or English Literature.

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

  • Colchester County High School for Girls

    NORMAN WAY, COLCHESTER, CO3 3US

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · COLCHESTER

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