Classical Studies
Candidates study the religious, political, social, moral and cultural values and practices of classical Greek and Roman societies. They become more aware of issues affecting their own society, and globally, by comparing the classical world with the modern world.
12-JUN-2025
We’re running an Understanding Standards event for National 5 Classical Studies on Wednesday 12 November 2025 from 10am to 4pm.
It will take place at our Glasgow office, with an option to join online for those unable to travel.
What the event will cover
This event will focus on the National 5 Classical Studies course assessment. You’ll take part in workshop activities where you’ll review and discuss examples of assessment evidence.
Book a place
Places are limited to one representative from each school, college or training provider.
To book on to this event, please use our online booking system at athena.sqameet.net. You’ll need a username and password to access the booking system.
Once you book a place, our Events team will contact you to confirm if you’re planning to attend in person or online.
You can view our full programme of Understanding Standards events and webinars at www.understandingstandards.org.uk
19-AUG-2025
Learners will now be awarded marks for writing an introduction in the National 5 Classical Studies assignment. We’ve also adjusted the mark allocations in other areas of the assignment, including reducing the marks available for the conclusion. We recognised that too many marks were awarded for the conclusion, and it required learners to introduce new material at this stage as a reason, support or challenge.
These changes are reflected in the National 5 course specification and coursework assessment task, both dated May 2025. We’ve also provided clearer guidance on where and how to gain marks, particularly in structure and source evaluation.
The updated documents are available from the National 5 Classical Studies page.
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