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Introduction to Ancient History (Rome, The Mediterranean and The Middle East to C.AD 600)

Key information

  • Module code:

    4AACAH1B

  • Level:

    4

  • Semester:

      Spring

  • Credit value:

    15

Module description

This module provides you with an introduction to the history of the ancient world across three continents and 1800 years. It shows how the classical world of Greece & Rome developed alongside, and was influenced by, the civilizations of the Near East and beyond. It shows you the evidence, literary and material, on which the history of the period is based, and introduces you to the most recent interpretations of the past.

In semester 2 you will follow the rise of Rome first in Italy and then in the Mediterranean and northwards as far as Britain, also exploring its cultural impact in different parts of the Empire.

Full year students must take the full year version of this module: 4AACAH01 Introduction to Ancient History (C. 1200 BC-AD 600)

Assessment details

Coursework

1 x 2,000 word essay (100%)

Teaching pattern

10 x 2-hour lectures (weekly), 10 x 1-hour seminars (weekly)

Subject areas

Department

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