Courses

10th-Grade English

In this sequence of courses, readings introduce broader and more complex personal and social issues. The writing assignments – ranging from personal narratives and personal essays to letters, editorials, poetry projects and responses to the readings – encourage awareness of audience and exploration of perspective. In the spring term, students are likely to produce a […]
11th-Grade English

In this sequence of courses, written assignments tend to shift from personal narratives and essays to various forms of analysis in which the exploration and articulation of ideas increasingly influence content and structure. Readings continue to grow in complexity of subject matter and style. In the winter term, most students produce a piece of narration […]
12th-Grade English

In the final course in the required English sequence, writing assignments continue to focus on various forms of essay writing, culminating in a sustained exploration of a topic or theme–the Senior Meditation or an equivalent capstone assignment. Readings continue to grow in complexity of subject matter and style.
21st Century Challenges Opportunity

Students increase their vocabulary, range of expression and understanding of grammatical structures, while exploring topics related to science and technology, environmental issues and other 21st-century challenges, as they pertain to Spanish speaking countries. Materials may include essays, short stories, radio programs, films, newspapers and magazine articles. Attention is given to the development of various forms […]
3D Design: Tech + Form + Fashion

This course offers innovative studio projects in 3-D design, architecture, industrial design, fashion and apparel. The relationship between form and function, the visualization of concepts, process sketches, preliminary models and patterns, and product prototyping are fundamental aspects of each studio project. Students learn three-dimensional rendering and building techniques and construct functional artworks using a variety […]
9th-Grade English

In this sequence of courses, the English Department introduces 9th-graders to the reading practices, discussion principles and writing strategies they will use and on which they will build throughout their four years of English study at Exeter. Students read, discuss and write about poems, short stories, novels and plays designed to introduce them to the […]
9th-Grade Physical Education Program

Junior Physical Education, sometimes referred to as the “Prep Program,” is a specifically designed physical education offering that is required of all juniors (ninth graders). It meets four days per week each of the three terms of the school year. Exceptions to this requirement exist for ninth graders who make varsity or junior varsity interscholastic […]
A Global History of Witchcraft

This course introduces students to the phenomena of witchcraft, sorcery, magic and voodoo. Beginning in Babylon, the course orients students to an understanding of these subjects as practiced in the premodern world. With this conceptual foundation, students gain an understanding of the categorization of witchcraft and other questionable or deviant practices during the Middle Ages […]
A Study of Human Sexuality

Through reading, research and discussion students will study the biological, psychological and sociological aspects of human sexuality while considering the political, ethical, legal, historical and cultural forces that shape human sexual behavior. Students will reflect on what is known about sexual functioning and behavior as well as discuss and debate what is not fully understood. […]
A Study of Sport in Society

This course will examine the influence of sport on our contemporary global society. Exploring issues of race, class, education, coaching, gender, and the overall impact of the multi-billion dollar industry sport has become. The course will draw on the fields of sociology, psychology and history. Resources will include guest speakers, video, articles and texts including, […]
Absolutism Revolution, 1660-1800

Beginning with the reign of Louis XIV, students examine 18th-century European society. We explore how the Scientific Revolution and the Enlightenment challenged the ideas of the Old Regime and created new perceptions of humanity, society and government. The course concludes with an analysis of the French Revolution and the rise of Napoleon.
Accelerated Arabic for Seniors

This sequence of courses is offered fall (ARA111), winter (ARA121) and spring (ARA131). This intensive three-term sequence introduces students to the phonology script and syntax of Modern Standard Arabic. Students will concentrate on developing the four skills of reading, speaking, listening and writing. Texts will be supplemented with cultural materials representative of the contemporary Arabic […]
Accelerated Chemistry

This sequence of courses is offered fall (CHE411), winter (CHE421) and spring (CHE431). This course is designed for those students who have not had a previous full-year, laboratory-based chemistry course, but who would like to enroll in an accelerated one-year course that covers the topics on the Advanced Placement exam. Because this course covers two […]
Accelerated Chinese I

This sequence of courses is offered fall (CHI111), winter (CHI221) and spring (CHI231). This three-term sequence presents the material of the first two years of the Mandarin Chinese program and promotes to CHI 310 in the fall. This course is designed for students with previous oral and written experience in Chinese. It is expected that […]
Accelerated Chinese II

This sequence of courses is offered fall (CHI111), winter (CHI221) and spring (CHI231). This three-term sequence presents the material of the first two years of the Mandarin Chinese program and promotes to CHI 310 in the fall. This course is designed for students with previous oral and written experience in Chinese. It is expected that […]
Accelerated Chinese III

This sequence of courses is offered fall (CHI111), winter (CHI221) and spring (CHI231). This three-term sequence presents the material of the first two years of the Mandarin Chinese program and promotes to CHI 310 in the fall. This course is designed for students with previous oral and written experience in Chinese. It is expected that […]
Accelerated Elementary Japanese

This sequence of two accelerated terms (JPN121/131) covers the material of the first three terms of elementary Japanese (JPN110/120/130). These two courses prepare students for Japanese 210. Students who have satisfied their language requirement in a first foreign language and wish to begin a second language in the winter term may be particularly interested in […]
Accelerated Italian for Seniors

This sequence of two accelerated courses in Italian covers all the basic skills, with emphasis on a reading program leading to the study of a work of contemporary Italian literature. The course is for seniors with strong preparation in a first foreign language.
Acting I

Through individual and ensemble work, this course introduces students to the essential tasks of the actor’s craft. We develop vocal and physical technique, and engage in exercises to develop imagination and characterization skills. Students apply this work to scenes from 20th-century American plays and perform for each other in class.
Acting II

This course continues the training of the actor with a focus on dramatic style. It allows students to develop an approach to character and text beyond their own culture and experience. Exercises build on Acting I and encourage in-depth interpretation and character choices. Vocal and physical training focuses on developing techniques to explore dramatic texts […]