Our offer for AS and A Level classics

Studying classics is incredibly rewarding:

Cultural insight: Classics gives you a deep understanding of ancient civilizations, particularly Greece and Rome, which have significantly influenced modern culture, politics, literature, and art. 

Critical thinking: Analysing ancient texts and artefacts fosters critical thinking and analytical skills, which are valuable in any field.

Language skills: If you study Latin or Ancient Greek, you’ll enhance your language skills and gain insights into the roots of many modern languages.

Interdisciplinary connections: Classics overlaps with history, philosophy, archaeology, and literature, allowing you to explore various disciplines.

Communication skills: Engaging with complex texts and discussing their implications improves your writing and speaking abilities.

Career opportunities: A background in classics can lead to careers in education, law, archaeology, museum curation, and more. 

Personal enrichment: Exploring themes of human experience, morality, and governance in ancient texts can deepen your understanding of contemporary issues.

AS and A Level classics is not just about the past; it's about understanding the foundations of the world we live in today.

Our support materials offer a variety of resources, including teaching and learning guides, candidate exemplars, CPD course bookings, and more, all accessible on Teach Cambridge. We also offer free subject specialist support to all centres via our subject advisor team.