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About This Course
Fancy delving into the captivating cultures of ancient Greece and Rome? Then A Level Classical Civilisation is the perfect course for you!
This course isn’t just for those with a passion for history and mythology- it’s also a fantastic choice for anyone interested in pursuing a wide range of careers, from business and marketing to archaeology and education. Our A Level Classic Civilisation course is designed for distance learning, so you can easily study from the comfort of your own home. Plus, our experienced expert tutors will be there to guide you every step of the way and ensure you’re fully prepared for your exams.
Embark on a journey through the classical world and discover where it could take you!
Course Benefits
Every module on this course is designed to build a strong foundation for learning that will enable you to gain a globally recognised A Level qualification, as well as opening doors to a range of rewarding and interesting careers.
With this course you will:
- Gain up to 56 UCAS points that can be used to secure your dream university spot.
- Be able to study on your own terms, in your own time and from the comfort of your own home.
- Develop your skills and open your doors to a range of interesting career options.
- Challenge your perspective of ancient societies.
Course Units
Unit 1: Belief and Ideas: Greek Religion
- Olympian Deities
- Relationships between Gods and Morals
- The Significance of Homer and Hesiod for Greek ideas about Gods
- Personal Experience of the Divine
- Historical and Mythical Background to Mystery Cults
- The Myth of Demeter and Persephone
- Archaeology of the Telesterion at Eleusis
- Religion and Society
- Religious Authority
- Links between Politics and Religion
- The Panathenaea and its Significance for Athens
- Places of Worship
- Rituals and Priests
- Religion and Philosophy
Unit 2: Culture and the Arts: Greek Art
- Vase Painting: Attic Black-Figure Vases in the Sixth Century
- Vase Painting: The Transitional Period with Reference to a Bilingual Amphora
- Vase Painting: Attic Red-Figure Vases in the Fifth Century
- Greek Free-Standing Sculpture: The Development of Kouroi
- Greek Free-Standing Sculpture: The Transitional Period
- Greek Free-Standing Sculpture: The Work of Polykleitos
- Greek Free-Standing Sculpture: Female Figures in the Fifth Century
- Greek Free-Standing Sculpture: Fourth Century Sculpture
- Architectural Sculpture: The Problems and Solutions of Designing Metopes
- Architectural Sculpture: The Problems and Solutions of Designing Ionic Continuous Friezes
- Architectural Sculpture: The Problems and Solutions of Designing Pediments
Unit 3: The World of the Hero
- Odyssey: Literary Structure and Composition
- Odyssey: The Heroic World – Characterisation and Themes
- Odyssey: Social, Religious, and Cultural Context
- Aeneid: Literary Techniques and Composition
- Aeneid: The Heroic World – Characterisation and Themes
- Aeneid: The Social, Cultural and Religious Context
- Aeneid: Historical and Political Background
Assessment
Throughout the course, you will be tasked with self-assessment exercises, mock exams, and tutor-marked study questions. These are designed to test your understanding and make sure you’re comfortable with the material.
To achieve this full qualification you will need to take 3 external written examinations which will thoroughly test your knowledge of the course syllabus and your understanding of environmental science and its various theories. Dates and structure for these exams are available on the AQA website, and you will need to book onto these yourself. These exams also come with a fee separate from the cost of this course.
Required Knowledge
There are no entry requirements for this course.
Awarding Body
Upon completion of this qualification you will receive an A Level in Classical Civilisation issued by the AQA.
Support
We understand that embarking on a new educational journey can feel daunting. But don’t worry, we are committed to providing you with all the support you need to succeed.
Our comprehensive study guides and course materials are designed to make learning as engaging and accessible as possible. Plus, our team of personal tutors and support staff are always on hand to offer valuable advice, guidance and instruction, whenever you need it.
We also know that learning can be a challenging process, which is why we provide a range of self-assessment exercises and tutor-marked study questions. These tools are designed to help you understand and consolidate your learning, and our tutors will work tirelessly to guide and mentor you towards success.
We believe that no student should feel alone in their studies, and our team is dedicated to providing you with the support you need to reach your full potential. So, whether you have a quick question or require more detailed guidance, rest assured that our team is here to help you every step of the way.
Frequently Asked Questions
This is a question that our team are often asked, there are many reasons but here are the main reasons to choose Association of Learning:
- No hidden charges, the price you see includes everything, from VAT, tutoring to certification
- Our average tutor marking time is 3 working days (most providers are 10+)
- We are rated 5/5 for our service on Trustpilot!
- Our courses are up to date. Many providers create course content and fail to keep it up to date.
- We are open later than any other home learning provider
- As many submissions as you need to complete, many providers cap how many times you can submit work
- All courses are fully endorsed by external awarding organisations
- 14 day money back guarantee or course switch.
If you need any more reasons to choose Association of Learning, contact our team!
All students are provided with 12 months to complete their course, however you are able to complete at a faster pace without any additional costs. Some of our students have managed to complete in as little as 3 months!
There are two payment options, pay in full for your course or monthly. Our monthly payment option allows you to spread the cost of your course over a 10 month period.
If you choose to pay using a payment plan, to apply you must be able to answer yes to the following:
- Your billing address is based in the UK
- You have a UK based bank account
- Bill payer must be 18 or above.
No, all of our courses are distance learning which means your tutor will mark your work and send it back to you via email or by using our online portal.
Unlike other providers, Association of Learning use a fast-track system to get your certificate to you within six weeks (our average is two weeks).
