This year the Classics Faculty at Cambridge University is running an INSET day for GCSE Classical Civilization for the first time on Saturday 27 June. The aim of the day is to allow you to explore new insights into the subject, to provide possibilities for enriching the curriculum for your students, and to discuss ideas … Continue reading "GCSE Classical Civilisation: INSET for Teachers"
Archaeological Field Techniques: Training Opportunity for A-level tutors 29th June to 3rd July 2015: Maryport, Cumbria The Roman Temples Project Maryport proposes to hold a week-long session offering A-level tutors the opportunity to undergo training in the latest archaeological field techniques while participating in the excavation of a ritual site associated with the worship of Jupiter. … Continue reading "Archaeological Field Techniques: Training Opportunity for A-level tutors"
An Introduction to Studying the Ancient World at A2 For students of Classical Civilization, Greek, and Latin Wednesday 1 July 2015 A study day aimed at those who have just finished AS-Levels and are beginning work on A2-Level Classical Civilization, Greek, or Latin. The day will consist of lectures, given by experts who teach and … Continue reading "Sixth Form Study Day, Faculty of Classics, University of Cambridge"
Royal Holloway University of London will be holding another free Classics School Teachers' Colloquium, Exploring Classical Culture, on its Egham campus on Thursday 2nd July 2015, 9.30-4pm. Designed for all those who teach aspects of classical culture, whether as a specialist or second subject, at any stage of their career. A friendly forum for teachers to … Continue reading "Classics School Teachers’ Colloquium, Exploring Classical Culture"
On Thursday 2nd July and Friday 3rd July, we are delighted to be holding a two day living history event, "Return of the Romans". The centre will host a series of Roman Cavalry shows, delivered by expert re-enactors Comitatus, as well as workshops, activities and lectures all themed on the Romans in Britain. An archaeologist will … Continue reading "Return of the Romans Days, 2nd and 3rd July"
News from the Department of Classics, University of Reading... The Department of Classics at the University of Reading is delighted to announce that the Postgraduate Latin Summer School will run again in 2015. This is an intensive five-week course in Latin, usually offered at both beginners and intermediate levels. It is aimed at final year … Continue reading "Latin Summer School, University of Reading"
We are pleased to announce that the 25th Ancient History & Classical Civilisation Summer School will be taking place from 11th -16th July 2015. The Course is primarily designed for students aged between 16-19 years old who have a desired interest to study literature, history and culture of the classical world. It will take place … Continue reading "Repton Summer School 2015: Ancient History, Classical Civilisation"
St John’s College, University of Durham, 18th – 25th July 2015 This JACT summer school is for all ages over 16, from sixth form students to lifelong learners. With accommodation in an extremely attractive college very close to the cathedral, we enjoy working hard in a delightful environment. Early application is advised for one of … Continue reading "JACT Greek and Latin Summer School, Durham"
Summer School in Ancient Languages Latin, Greek, and Hieroglyphs Department of History and Classics Swansea University 19 July – 1 August 2015 The first Summer School in Ancient Languages will take place at Swansea University in July 2015. Please note that the online application will available by the end of October 2014. If you have … Continue reading "Summer School in Ancient Languages, Swansea University"
Hellenic Society and Roman Society GREEK AND ROMAN ARMOUR DAY Monday 20 July 2015 The Beveridge Hall Senate House University of London Malet Street / Russell Square London WC1E 7HU Illustrated presentations by six world experts of their researches into how effective ancient armour was in practice. Issues will include production, wearability, enemy weapons and … Continue reading "Greek and Roman Armour Day, 20th July"
