Latin

Head of Department: S.J. Chambers, MA (Cambridge)
Course Specification: OCR H039/H439

The Latin course in the Sixth Form continues to develop the skills used at GCSE: the understanding of the linguistic structures of Latin; a personal response to some Latin literature; an awareness of the ancient Roman cultural background to the language and literature studied; and knowledge of a prescribed vocabulary of Latin words. The teaching methods will vary according to the skill and content being studied. Preparation of the set text, acquisition of the vocabulary, appropriate revision of grammar and syntax, and unprepared reading of authors not set for examination will all play their part. There is no coursework in Latin.

Course Requirements

Those taking the subject should have passed GCSE Latin.

Subject Combinations

Latin combines well with all Arts subjects (especially Classical Greek, Modern Foreign Languages, English and History), but would also work well as a contrast to Science subjects and Mathematics.

Higher Education

The majority of pupils go on to university courses in a wide range of subjects including Law, History, English, Psychology and Languages. A significant number continue their studies of the ancient world with degrees in Classics, Classical Civilisation, Ancient History and Archaeology. It is possible to combine Latin and Classics with other subjects at university such as a Modern Foreign Language, English, History and Philosophy.

Pattern of Assessment



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