A Level Ancient History

Relations between Greek states, and Greek states and non-Greek states from 492 to 404 BC, particularly Sparta, Athens and Persia.

· The rise of Macedon, 359—323 BC.

· The Julio-Claudian Emperors, 31 BC–AD 68

· The breakdown of the Late Republic, 88—31 BC

For each unit there are key sources from the ancient world that will be central to your studies. (All translated into English.)

2 x 2.5 hr examinations.

Grade 5 in either English Language or Literature (must have at least a 4 English Language.) Grade 4 in History if taken.  With grade 6 or higher in History then 4’s in both English Language and Literature GCSE’s will be accepted. Ancient History can be taken with either of Tudor/America early modern or Russia/Britain modern.

This course can lead to further higher education study and careers in the Museum sector, Management, Universities, Teaching, Law, Business, Marketing, Civil Service.