Syllabus Overviews

Classics for All

As part of our Classical Civilisation Teachers’ Summer School, held at King’s College London, ACE has prepared a series of introductory talks, delivered by leading academics and tailored specifically for the GCSE and AS/A-level Classical Civilisation syllabi.

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Introduction from Edith Hall


Odyssey at GCSE (Homeric World) and A-Level (World of the Hero) – Edith Hall

Powerpoint here


GCSE Homeric World: Material Culture – Ellen Adams

Powerpoint here

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GCSE Roman City Life – John Pearce

Dr John Pearce (KCL) gives an introductory talk on Roman City Life, tailored to the GCSE Classical Civilisation module.

Delivered as part of our Classical Civilisation Teachers’ Summer School, held at King’s College London.

Handout here

Reading list here


GCSE Women in the Ancient World – Emily Pillinger

Powerpoint here

Handout here


GCSE Myth and Religion – Hugh Bowden

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