Classical Athens

This subject is not offered in 2008.

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This subject focuses on the world of Classical Athens through a study of selected works of literature and art. During the course of the subject students should become familiar with Greek tragedy and comedy, the importance of myth and religion in Athenian literature and art, and the principal material evidence for Classical Athens. The subject also focuses on the society which produced such literature and art. Particular attention will be paid to examining the notion of the city-state and democracy in Athens, and the role of women in Athenian society. On completion of the subject students should recognise the distinctive features of Athenian culture and understand the main scholarly approaches to the study of Classical Athens.

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This subject is not available as a breadth subject.

• learn to think critically;

• develop mature writing skills;

• learn how to conduct research in the humanities;

• have an understanding of social, ethical and cultural context.