Ancient History
Although ancient history, by definition, took place in an era that may seem distant, the happenings of the ancient world established many of our modern societal customs and values, from effective sewage systems to democracy much of it started with the Romans, Greeks and Egyptians. It’s easy to see why exploring history is essential to fully understanding the here and now. Are you thinking about signing up for a history class? Our classes are a great way to explore a range of subjects to find the ones you love, with no pressure and no exams. Our tutors are friendly and qualified, and our courses are open to anyone over 18 – no experience or prior skills required.
Ramesses II - Egypt’s Last Great Pharaoh
<p>Ramesses II is considered by many historians to be Egypt’s last truly great pharaoh. He ruled Egypt for over 60 years and there are more monuments surviving from his reign than from all other
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The Hills of Rome
<p>The city of Rome is both uplifted and cradled within its seven famous hills – the Aventine, Caelian, Capitoline, Esquiline, Palatine, Quirinal, Viminal, while other hills, such as the Vatican,
...<p>The city of Rome is both uplifted and cradled within its seven famous hills – the Aventine, Caelian, Capitoline, Esquiline, Palatine, Quirinal, Viminal, while other hills, such as the Vatican,
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Ancient Mathematics: China
<p>Ancient Chinese measurements with triangle and compass were already performed in the 20th c BCE. In “The Nine Chapters on the Mathematical Art” (around 200 BCE), Chinese mathematicians performed
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Ancient Mathematics: India
<p>Ancient Indian mathematicians a proposed positional decimal system that was developed into contemporary decimal numerals. They calculated precise geometrical constructions for sacrificial altars in
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Ancient Mathematics: Islamic Science
<p>Islamic mathematics developed under strong influence of the ancient Greek mathematics. During the Abbasid Caliphate, Euclid’s Elements and Ptolemy’s Almagest were translated into Syriac then to
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Who Was Jesus?
<p>Renowned academic walks students through Christian and non-Christian views of Jesus, finally tackling the controversial debate over his very existence. We shall also expose the false dichotomy that
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An Archaeologist in Myanmar
<p>This is a series of five lectures, covering two thousand years of Myanmar archaeology, history, art and religion. It looks at the development of huge walled cities that traded as far across as Rome
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The Enigmatic Celts
<p>Most of us associate the Celts with the countries of Ireland and Scotland. However, there was a time when the Celts ranged across Europe and into Turkey. The Galatians of the New Testament were
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The Phoenicians
<p>Follow in the wake of the fabulous Phoenicians. From their Syro-Palestinian homelands these intrepid sea-farers circled the Mediterranean – and beyond, trading in goods of exquisite luxury and
...<p>Follow in the wake of the fabulous Phoenicians. From their Syro-Palestinian homelands these intrepid sea-farers circled the Mediterranean – and beyond, trading in goods of exquisite luxury and
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City of the Great Buddha
<p>Learn about the basics of travelling to Japan through our exploration of the oldest permanent Capital of Japan, Nara. Home to the oldest wooden structure in the world, Horyuji (early 7th century),
...<p>Learn about the basics of travelling to Japan through our exploration of the oldest permanent Capital of Japan, Nara. Home to the oldest wooden structure in the world, Horyuji (early 7th century),
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