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AS Level Classical Civilisation | Homer’s Odyssey & The Image of Augustus

Step into the world of epic poetry, power politics, and ancient propaganda with AS Level Classical Civilisation—a rich and rewarding subject that explores the literature, culture, and visual world of the Greeks and Romans. Studied entirely in English, no prior knowledge of Latin or Greek is required.

At St Katharine’s Study, students study this course over two years, developing skills in critical thinking, argument building, and cultural analysis. Whether you love history, literature, politics or philosophy, this subject brings them all together.

🧠 What You’ll Study:

📘 The World of the Hero: Homer’s Odyssey

Explore one of the oldest and most influential epic poems in Western literature
Follow Odysseus' thrilling journey home from Troy
Learn about ancient Greek values, mythology, religion and society
Analyse themes of heroism, loyalty, identity, and justice
🏛️ Imperial Image: Augustus Caesar

Discover how the first Roman Emperor shaped public opinion
Analyse how art, architecture, coins, and literature crafted Augustus' image
Unpack themes of power, propaganda, and politics
Draw comparisons with how leaders shape their public image today
✍️ Assessment:

Two 1h 30m exams
Mix of short answers, source-based questions, and extended essays
Gain UCAS points—20 for a Grade A
💬 What our students say:
🗨️ “The Odyssey is surprisingly modern—it’s got everything from monsters to moral dilemmas.”
🗨️ “I never realised how clever Roman propaganda was—it’s like an ancient media campaign.”
🗨️ “Classical Civ helped me with my other subjects and gave me a broader way of thinking.”

🎓 Why Choose Classical Civilisation?

No language requirement
Ideal to complement or contrast with your A-Level subjects
Develops skills valued by universities: analysis, reasoning, empathy, and communication
Explore timeless stories and ideas that still resonate today
🎥 Curious about what Classical Civilisation is really like? Watch now to see how the ancient world can help you better understand the modern one.

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