Future Classicists

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Course introduction

Future Classicists is your gateway to exploring the wonders of the ancient world—far beyond the A level History curriculum.

What activities can you expect to experience?

 In your first year, you’ll dive into the basics of Latin and

uncover the fascinating stories of Roman

Britain and Hadrian’s Wall. Imagine translating

real inscriptions from archaeological finds and

seeing how language brings history to life!

In your second year, you’ll take your ancient

language skills even further, mastering a

new alphabet and delving into the myths,

philosophies, and mysteries of the ancient

world. You’ll finish the course by exploring a

topic that really interests you, giving you the

chance to develop your research skills and

demonstrate what you’ve learned.

What about trips and visits?

Through visits to historic sites

such as Hadrian’s Wall and Roman Chester,

museum visits and talks from prestigious

visiting speakers, you will emerge with the

valuable academic and practical skills needed

to pursue a career in a range of history-based

professions.

You will develop the following employability skills:

By studying this course, you will achieve

an Entry Level Latin qualification and an

Intermediate Certificate in Classical Greek.

The opportunity to study both classical

languages, Latin and Ancient Greek, will

help you to explore skills in related careers

such as archaeology, heritage, and culture.

Nurturing rising talent

Our Elective Programme is designed to help you develop your gifts and interests as part of an enhanced level 3 programme. We will help you realise your potential by nurturing your talent and preparing you for study at the most prestigious universities or for progression to competitive higher-level apprenticeships. Your options range from our Honours Programme, which might include following a fourth A level, to specialist Futures Programmes that will support your career goals.

Level 2 entry requirements

If you’re not quite ready to start on a Level 3 Technical course (T Levels) or a Vocational Level 3 course (BTEC) but want to begin on the path to your chosen career, the Transition Programme could be for you.  

Transition Programmes are tailored to prepare students to move onto Technical or Vocational Level 3 study. They will give you the opportunity to improve your English and Maths, your work readiness skills and introduce you to the technical skills and concepts that you will need for future study and employment. 

As part of the Transition Programme you will study a BTEC Level 2 Award in your chosen subject area as well as the BTEC Level 2 Extended Award in Work Skills. You will also have the opportunity to resit GCSE English and/or Maths if you have not yet achieved a grade 4. 

Entry criteria for Transition Programmes is four grade 3s including grade 3s in English Language and Maths GCSE.

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