Tag: A level Classical Civilisation

The Classical History of the Olympic Games: From Ancient Greece to Paris 2024

The Classical History of the Olympic Games: From Ancient Greece to Paris 2024 The Eiffel Tower in Paris shown against the backdrop of a French flag

Written by NEC Marketing Manager, Amanda Davies The Olympic Games has a rich history dating back to antiquity that offers insights into the culture of Ancient Greece and the evolution of the Modern Olympics. The Modern Olympics: Paris 2024 The 33rd Summer Olympic Games of the Modern Olympic period will begin in Paris on Friday, […]

Five study bursaries for state sector teachers to take online A level Classical Civilisation offered by The Classical Association

Five study bursaries for state sector teachers to take online A level Classical Civilisation offered by The Classical Association

Learners enrolled on A level Classical Civilisation with NEC study the literature and culture of the ancient world, from epic poetry and ancient comedy, to cults, rituals and religion. Along the way, they make fascinating connections between the culture, politics, and society of ancient Greece and Rome as Homer’s Odyssey, Vergil’s Aeneid and the works […]

Why study Classics as a teacher?

Why study Classics as a teacher?

The Classical Association is offering five bursaries for state sector teachers to study A level Classical Civilisation flexibly with NEC. Bursary recipients will be able to begin studying in September 2023 and to complete their Classical Civilisation A level either in June 2024 or June 2025. Gráinne Cassidy, Education Co-ordinator at The Classical Association and […]

The Classical Association is offering five study bursaries for state sector teachers to take online A level Classical Civilisation with the National Extension College (NEC)

The Classical Association is offering five study bursaries for state sector teachers to take online A level Classical Civilisation with the National Extension College (NEC)

Learners enrolled on A level Classical Civilisation with NEC study the literature and culture of the ancient world, from epic poetry and ancient comedy, to cults, rituals and religion. Along the way, they make fascinating connections between the culture, politics, and society of ancient Greece and Rome as Homer’s Odyssey, Vergil’s Aeneid and the works […]