What is Classical Civilisation?
It's ancient history mixed with mythology and legends from those eras. You'll learn about how the Greeks and Romans lived thousands of years ago, and also study some of the incredible stories that they told each other, such as tales of one-eyed giants, gods and goddesses who could change form, legendary heroes, and much more.
What is covered in the GCSE modules?
In the Women in the Ancient Worlds module, the topics covered are:
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Women of Legend
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Young Women
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Women in the Home
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'Improper' Women
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Women and Religion
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Women and Power
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Warrior Women
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Women to be Feared
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In the Homeric World module, the topics covered are:
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Key Sites
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Life in the Mycenaean Age
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Decorative Arts
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Tombs, Graves and Burial
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Literary Techniques and Composition
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Themes
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The Character of Odysseus
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The Portrayal of Key Characters
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