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Latest post on 24 January 2011 - 08:32

I think CC is a great subject especially if taken in conjunction with Latin. However, at GCSE level breadth of study is important so if she has plenty of academic subjects but enjoys/is good at creative stuff then I wouldn't dismiss creative arts (hubby permitting!). However, is it only drama on offer, no music or art? What inspires her?

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Latest post on 23 January 2011 - 18:18

I studied Latin and Classical Civilisation up to Common Entrance - unfortunately my senior school didn't teach these subjects so I was unable to continue. I really enjoyed them though, and found them to be challenging - definitely not a soft option! I think if you review some of the courses on offer at higher calibre UK universities, it's quite clear that these subjects are valued.

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Latest post on 23 January 2011 - 18:05

I did Latin GCSE and Latin and Classical Civilisation A-level. I loved Classical Civilisation - quite a well-rounded course & included literature (in translation from Greek or Latin), art & architecture and ancient history (e.g. political systems etc), and definitely not a soft option - certainly no "softer" than History, or English Literature. I went on to do Classics, including Latin & Greek language at university, and then law conversion course, and am now a lawyer. Can't say I use it in every day life, but I chose it because I was interested in it and even though I knew pre-GCSE that I wanted to be a lawyer, I knew I could do the law conversion course later.

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Latest post on 22 January 2011 - 23:26

I think I would lean towards CC over drama. It isn't a 'soft' option and, I would imagine, of more interest at university level than drama - if he's heading down an academic path rather than wanting to study drama in the future. If he enjoys history and English, then CC should be of interest - I remember studying ancient plays which weren't always as highbrow as Shakespeare as part of CC too. It doesn't hurt to take a minority subject either, it will stand out on an application whether it's for a job or for uni.

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Latest post on 22 January 2011 - 20:48

Really? Your History degree didn't also give you the chance to develop further skills such as being able to critically evaluate evidence, to acknowledge the validity of a range of perspectives, to communicate your ideas effectively, and offer you an appreciation of the joys and struggles of the human race which BBC's 'Pride and Prejudice' doesn't quite offer? Missed opportunity... If it's a choice between CC and a less academic subject, go with the CC. Dubai tends not to appreciate academic subjects enough as it is, which will impact on students' A level choices... Seriously, if it's not Business Studies, half of Dubai's parents aren't interested. This is not in Dubai, UK boarding and all the subjects are highly academic bar these two choices, CC or Drama, in replacement of Latin which we are dropping and instead of Classical Greek, which i think is really pointless. History is still being taken. edited by Jumeriah Jane on 22/01/2011 As an academic with a Humanities degree, I have to agree with JJ regardless of whether the course is taken in Dubai or elsewhere. You may think CC is a "soft subject", but I assure you that when taught properly it can be quite challenging and interesting all at the same time. Moscow is also correct in that CC is prefered by unis over drama, but even drama as a course of study has its benefits. Plenty can be learned from the arts.

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Latest post on 22 January 2011 - 19:34

JJ - my sons school is saying that CC is well regarded by universities, and some of their brightest pupils take it, whereas drama is a totally different ball game - a creative art rather than an academic subject. My son is pretty bright and will not take any creative art subjects, but he enjoys history so CC is a good choice. Oh i'ts so hard not to overload, food for thought, although DH says No.

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Latest post on 22 January 2011 - 19:32

Am presuming that this is for GCSE? Am guessing that as long as they are doing a hefty number (9+) then it doesn't really matter and they should do what they like..... I know that Uni's are now not counting or dumbing down certain A level subjects but am sure it will be fine at GCSE level. Which subject does the Child prefer? Good question, strong at History and Drama, but the Drama course does look fab, not just acting, stage management, technical, reviews, so academic in a way. Yes loaded up with subjects so was thinking of lightening the load with one soft option. He's a boy, useless at making any choices! LOL <em>edited by Jumeriah Jane on 22/01/2011</em>

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Latest post on 22 January 2011 - 18:45

JJ - my sons school is saying that CC is well regarded by universities, and some of their brightest pupils take it, whereas drama is a totally different ball game - a creative art rather than an academic subject. My son is pretty bright and will not take any creative art subjects, but he enjoys history so CC is a good choice.

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Latest post on 22 January 2011 - 18:44

Am presuming that this is for GCSE? Am guessing that as long as they are doing a hefty number (9+) then it doesn't really matter and they should do what they like..... I know that Uni's are now not counting or dumbing down certain A level subjects but am sure it will be fine at GCSE level. Which subject does the Child prefer?

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Latest post on 22 January 2011 - 18:39

Really? Your History degree didn't also give you the chance to develop further skills such as being able to critically evaluate evidence, to acknowledge the validity of a range of perspectives, to communicate your ideas effectively, and offer you an appreciation of the joys and struggles of the human race which BBC's 'Pride and Prejudice' doesn't quite offer? Missed opportunity... If it's a choice between CC and a less academic subject, go with the CC. Dubai tends not to appreciate academic subjects enough as it is, which will impact on students' A level choices... Seriously, if it's not Business Studies, half of Dubai's parents aren't interested. This is not in Dubai, UK boarding and all the subjects are highly academic bar these two choices, CC or Drama, in replacement of Latin which we are dropping and instead of Classical Greek, which i think is really pointless. History is still being taken. <em>edited by Jumeriah Jane on 22/01/2011</em>

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Latest post on 22 January 2011 - 18:32

Really? Your History degree didn't also give you the chance to develop further skills such as being able to critically evaluate evidence, to acknowledge the validity of a range of perspectives, to communicate your ideas effectively, and offer you an appreciation of the joys and struggles of the human race which BBC's 'Pride and Prejudice' doesn't quite offer? Missed opportunity... If it's a choice between CC and a less academic subject, go with the CC. Dubai tends not to appreciate academic subjects enough as it is, which will impact on students' A level choices... Seriously, if it's not Business Studies, half of Dubai's parents aren't interested.

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Latest post on 22 January 2011 - 18:30

I think it's important to also do subjects that aren't so directly relevant to the chosen career path, because even though they may not seem so, it makes the individual that little bit more well-rounded and interesting. I did A-level Philosophy and Sport (well, it was a baccalaureat), neither of which were relevant to my everyday life, let alone my chosen career. Philosophy though, trained me to put together a well-formed argument on virtually any topic anyone would care to throw at me... and you guys have been on the recieving end of the result for a while now! Sport, however, is a complete waste of time. ;)

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Latest post on 22 January 2011 - 18:02

Have a modern history degree from a good uni and it's good in the sense that i have a BA (hons) from a great uni but apart from that (and being able to give random facts about the Korean war and Chernobyl) not much real use.

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Latest post on 22 January 2011 - 17:35

Didn't do it myself, but my son is going to do it as a yr 9 option, with a view to GCSE - he will be starting at a UK independent school in Sept. I wasn't sure about it, but I spoke to the school and they said it was defo not a soft subject and complemented history very well. My DS really wanted to do Latin, but as he as never done it before, decided it would be a bit of a stretch along with new country/new house/new school. So long as the subjects are balanced across the options, I think it's a good choice.

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Latest post on 22 January 2011 - 17:33

Thank you JHM, but realistically how useful was this to your career choice? The rest of the subjects are highly academic but this is a toss up between CC and a not so academic.

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Latest post on 22 January 2011 - 16:36

I did. I did Classics at GCSE and both Classics and Ancient History at A level and then read Ancient History at Uni. For many years these types of courses were seen as providing a rounded education and proved that you could learn - they weren't directly relevant to everyday life so it had to be learnt. This went out of favour as vocational courses became the vogue. Worryingly, I think, courses like history, geography and classics were dying out and being replaced by trendier subjects but I read the other day that many of these are now being recognised as 'softer' options and it looks like the education will be encouraged back towards traditional subjects. Unless it has changed dramatically, Classics should encompass some history and literature, and perhaps even some basic language and is an 'academic' option.

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Latest post on 22 January 2011 - 16:21

DH thinks waste of space re an option but the course looks quite good, any feedback?

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