Latin (and Classical Greek

Latin

(Classical Greek follows the same pattern)

Course

The study of Latin is hugely rewarding, providing an understanding of, and sensitivity towards, our own language, a recognition of the influence of Latin on many modern languages, a knowledge and appreciation of the enduring power of Roman literature, and the ability to make informed responses based on a range of evidence.

The Lower Sixth course guides candidates into gaining a high degree of competence and understanding in the Latin language. Pupils can expect to develop their translation and appreciation skills and read selections from both verse and prose authors: the year is designed to smooth the transition from GCSE.

The Upper Sixth year is used to consolidate these skills and to extend them through the reading of original texts for the exams. Throughout pupils will be challenged to appreciate writers within the context of their genre, as well as assessing the impact on literature of the political and social trends.

Assessment

Paper 1 1hr 45m written paper Unseen Translation Paper 2 1hr 15m written paper Prose Composition or Comprehension Paper 3 2hr written paper Prose Literature Paper 4 2hr written paper Verse Literature

Examination Board: OCR

35% 17% 25% 25%

Additional Notes

Pupils will need to have enjoyed and succeeded in Latin GCSE. In addition to the language studied in the classroom, we enjoy regular study days at universities across the UK, along with theatre and museum trips as appropriate. Talks, lectures and plays provide an excellent stimulus for revision and consolidation, as well as enabling pupils to see universities at work.

The subject combines well with a variety of subjects: the skills and attitudes demanded are shared both by other humanities subjects, and also by mathematics and the sciences.