The discipline of classical studies generally focuses on the analysis of ancient civilizations, including Rome and Greece. Students may be able to learn about the history, politics, languages, technology, culture, art, literature, and organization of these societies.

Europe is, by convention, one of the world's seven continents. Comprising the western most point of Eurasia, Europe is usually divided from Asia by the watershed divides of the Ural and Caucasus Mountains, the Ural River, the Caspian and Black Seas, and the waterways connecting the Black and Aegean Seas.

British schools use A-levels to determine whether a student is ready to study at the university level. A high score on these exams can be key to entering a desired undergraduate program.