A-level Classical Greek

A student of Classical Greek at A-Level is something special in the world. You will have a chance to read some of the most influential literature, philosophical works, and history that the world has ever produced in their original words – at the same time as indulging in the complex sophistication of a language few can read in the modern world.

Course content L6

Development of understanding of Classical Greek accidence and syntax post-GCSE.

Half of the set text requirement (two authors) will be studied.

Course content U6

Further fine-tuning of Classical Greek accidence and syntax.

The other half of the set text requirement will be studied.

Examination arrangements

The course is assessed in four written papers:

• Unseen Translation: 1hr 45 mins, 33%
• Prose Composition/Comprehension: 1hr 15 mins, 17%
• Prose Literature: 2 hrs, 25%
• Verse Literature: 2 hrs, 25%

A-level Latin

If you enjoyed the challenges of GCSE Latin, A-level will give you the chance to uncover the true beauty of the language and literature of the Roman world. Go deeper into how the Romans thought, fought, lived, and loved while training yourself to pick apart the stunning puzzles of the Latin language.

Course content L6

Development of understanding of Latin accidence and syntax post-GCSE.

Half of the set text requirement (two authors) will be studied.

Course content U6

Further fine-tuning of Latin accidence and syntax.

The other half of the set text requirement will be studied.

Examination arrangements

The course is assessed in four written papers:

• Unseen Translation: 1hr 45 mins, 33%
• Prose Composition/Comprehension: 1hr 15 mins, 17%
• Prose Literature: 2 hrs, 25%
• Verse Literature: 2 hrs, 25%