Ancient History – AS

The AS Units of study require learners to undertake the study of both Greece and Rome.

Unit 1 H007/01: Relations between Greek states and between Greek and non-Greek states, 492–404 BC. (taught in year 1)

This period study will focus on the unfolding narrative of the relations between the Greek city-states, particularly Athens and Sparta, and between Greek city-states and the Persian Empire during the period 492–404 BC. Learners will study the changes in relations between states and the substantial developments in inter-state relations between both Greek and non-Greek states. Learners will study the main events and issues in order to understand how these shaped these developments.

Assessment: 60 marks 1 hour 30 minutes Written paper 50% of total AS Level.

H007/02: The Julio-Claudian Emperors, 31 BC–AD 68 (taught in year 1)

This period study will focus on the unfolding narrative of the establishment and development of the principate under Augustus, Tiberius, Gaius, Claudius and Nero. There will be a particular focus on the military, social and political achievements of the emperors and their treatment by the ancient sources.

Assessment 60 marks 1 hour 30 minutes Written paper 50% of total AS Level.

A2 Year Content

H407/13: The Rise of Macedon, c. 359–323 BC (taught in year 2)

This depth study focuses on the interplay of political, military, social, economic, cultural and religious factors that contributed to the rapid rise to pre-eminence of Macedonia from c. 359 BC. There is a particular focus on Philip and thus placing the campaigns of Alexander more fully in context. In doing so learners will gain insight into the factors and beliefs that motivated two of the most renowned men in ancient history. The topics in this depth study are all interrelated, and learners are encouraged to see the connections between different topics to deepen their understanding of the period.

Depth study in H407/22: The Flavians, AD 68–96. (taught in year 2)

This depth study focuses on the interplay of political, military, social, economic and religious factors that affected the reigns of the Flavian dynasty resulting in a different type of Principate to that of the preceding Julio-Claudian dynasty. The topics in this depth study are all interrelated, and learners should be encouraged to see the connections between different topics to deepen their understanding of the period

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