The Classics Masterclass offers students a true flavour of studying Classics as an undergraduate and an introduction to the University of Cambridge.
This is a subject-specific event aimed at academically-able Year 12 students from any school. The students will experience a flavour of studying Classics as an undergraduate and an introduction to the University of Cambridge. This event will take place in Lent Term with the date TBC.
The masterclass includes:
- two taster lectures on Classical themes that go beyond the school syllabus delivered by leading academic members of staff from the University
- the opportunity to discuss and ask questions
- an introduction to the Cambridge admissions process
- the opportunity to hear about life as a Cambridge student, from current undergraduates
For more information on Subject Masterclasses and to book, please see HERE.
Example July 2018 Classics Masterclass programme
11am – 12 A New Side of Sappho, Dr Henry Spelman
12noon – 12.45pm Lunch Break
12.45pm-1.45pm The archaeology of the Roman empire: imperialism and integration, Dr Alessandro Launaro
1.45pm-2pm Short Break
2pm-2.45pm Admissions Session, Dr Nick Zair, Schools Liaison Officer
2.45pm - 3.00pm Admissions: Questions and Answers, Dr Nick Zair, Schools Liaison Officer
Funded places are available for:
- Anyone currently eligible for Free School Meals
- Children in care
