Latin is the ancient classical language taught in Blackrock College. It is offered all the way up to Leaving Cert. Honours.

The Latin language is the major area of study. The civilisation, mythology, art, architecture and history of the Ancient Romans are explored.

LATIN COURSE FOR JUNIOR CERTIFICATION
Cambridge Latin Course Stages I – III B inclusive
“Carpe Viam” an Anthology of Latin Poetry
The Roman World 1000BC – 44BC
Roman Daily life.

LATIN COURSE FOR LEAVING CERTIFICATION
Virgil’s Aeneid Book I or II or VI or IX (depending on year)
The Roman World 44 BC – 117 AD
Art, Architecture
Literary history (Cicero, Caesar, Sallust, Livy, Virgil, Ovid, Horace).

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