Ancient History allows students to engage with the key historical and cultural questions of the Greek and Roman worlds without having to study either of the ancient languages. The course does not require any previous knowledge; it develops the same skills of source analysis as Early Modern or Modern History. The difference lies in the relative scarcity of primary source material. You will also investigate how the ancient past has been interpreted by modern historians. Each unit is examined through source-based questions and essays. The course comprises four units: Greek Period Study: Relations between Greek and non-Greek states, 492-404 BC ( 25% ) Turbulent times of conflict and peace plagued the Mediterranean in the ancient world. This paper focuses on the challenge posed by the Persian Empire, which caused once-warring Greek nations such as Athens and Sparta to band together and resulted in some of the most famous moments in history such as the ‘300’ at the battle of Thermopylae. You will also look at the breakdown of relations between Athens and Sparta, and the resulting wars. Greek Depth Study: The Culture and Politics of Athens, c.460-c.399 BC 25% This in-depth study focuses on the interplay of political, social and religious factors that led to this period being remembered as the Golden Age of Athens. There is a focus on the influence of new thinking and ideas which led to concepts such as democracy and the consequential freedom of speech and debate which were prized in Athens. You will also examine art and architecture, drama and dramatic festivals, and religion, to evaluate their significance in the culture of Athens. Roman Period Study: The Julio-Claudian Emperors, 31 BC-AD 68 25% This paper examines the invention of imperial Rome through the unfolding narrative of the first five emperors of Rome. You will look at political, military, social and religious life in the time after the assassination of Julius Caesar and the defeat of Antony and Cleopatra. How does the first emperor, Augustus, restore the republic whilst being the sole ruler? What on earth did emperors such as Caligula and Nero do to gain such bad reputations amongst ancient and modern historians? Examination of primary evidence will enable you to discover the answers. Either: Roman Depth Study: Ruling Roman Britain, AD 43–c. 128 25% This paper focuses on the complex interactions between the Roman Empire and the British. Beginning in AD 43 with Claudius’ invasion of Britain, you will explore the reasons for the conquest; the importance of establishing a frontier and the actions of successive Roman governors from AD85 - 128 in regards to this military policy. Questions such as how far the British collaborated with the Romans and what impact the Roman invasion brought to everyday life are essential to our understanding of this fascinating period. Or: Roman Depth Study: The Flavians, AD 68-96 25% This paper builds on the Period Study by looking at the chaos which followed the death of Nero. It focuses on the interplay of political, military, social, economic and religious factors which affected the reigns of the Flavian dynasty, resulting in a very different type of Principate than that of the preceding Julio-Claudian dynasty
Oxford currently requires A-Level grades of AAA for all Arts courses and for Human Sciences, A*AA for most Science courses, Economics and Management, Geography, Psychology, Philosophy & Linguistics, and A*A*A for Chemistry, Engineering and Mathematics courses. Irrespective of course, the standard IB requirement is 38-40 points with 666-776 in the three Higher Level subjects. Unlike at Cambridge, these entry requirements are standardised across the university and are rarely raised or lowered.
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Ancient History allows students to engage with the key historical and cultural questions of the Greek and Roman worlds without having to study either of the ancient languages. The course does not require any previous knowledge; it develops the same skills of source analysis as Early Modern or Modern History. The difference lies in the relative scarcity of primary source material. You will also investigate how the ancient past has been interpreted by modern historians. Each unit is examined through source-based questions and essays. The course comprises four units: Greek Period Study: Relations between Greek and non-Greek states, 492-404 BC ( 25% ) Turbulent times of conflict and peace plagued the Mediterranean in the ancient world. This paper focuses on the challenge posed by the Persian Empire, which caused once-warring Greek nations such as Athens and Sparta to band together and resulted in some of the most famous moments in history such as the ‘300’ at the battle of Thermopylae. You will also look at the breakdown of relations between Athens and Sparta, and the resulting wars. Greek Depth Study: The Culture and Politics of Athens, c.460-c.399 BC 25% This in-depth study focuses on the interplay of political, social and religious factors that led to this period being remembered as the Golden Age of Athens. There is a focus on the influence of new thinking and ideas which led to concepts such as democracy and the consequential freedom of speech and debate which were prized in Athens. You will also examine art and architecture, drama and dramatic festivals, and religion, to evaluate their significance in the culture of Athens. Roman Period Study: The Julio-Claudian Emperors, 31 BC-AD 68 25% This paper examines the invention of imperial Rome through the unfolding narrative of the first five emperors of Rome. You will look at political, military, social and religious life in the time after the assassination of Julius Caesar and the defeat of Antony and Cleopatra. How does the first emperor, Augustus, restore the republic whilst being the sole ruler? What on earth did emperors such as Caligula and Nero do to gain such bad reputations amongst ancient and modern historians? Examination of primary evidence will enable you to discover the answers. Either: Roman Depth Study: Ruling Roman Britain, AD 43–c. 128 25% This paper focuses on the complex interactions between the Roman Empire and the British. Beginning in AD 43 with Claudius’ invasion of Britain, you will explore the reasons for the conquest; the importance of establishing a frontier and the actions of successive Roman governors from AD85 - 128 in regards to this military policy. Questions such as how far the British collaborated with the Romans and what impact the Roman invasion brought to everyday life are essential to our understanding of this fascinating period. Or: Roman Depth Study: The Flavians, AD 68-96 25% This paper builds on the Period Study by looking at the chaos which followed the death of Nero. It focuses on the interplay of political, military, social, economic and religious factors which affected the reigns of the Flavian dynasty, resulting in a very different type of Principate than that of the preceding Julio-Claudian dynasty
Oxford currently requires A-Level grades of AAA for all Arts courses and for Human Sciences, A*AA for most Science courses, Economics and Management, Geography, Psychology, Philosophy & Linguistics, and A*A*A for Chemistry, Engineering and Mathematics courses. Irrespective of course, the standard IB requirement is 38-40 points with 666-776 in the three Higher Level subjects. Unlike at Cambridge, these entry requirements are standardised across the university and are rarely raised or lowered.
