Classics Day
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
Location: The British Museum
- Course Code: RCD61
- Dates: 15/06/24 - 15/06/24
- Time: 10:00 - 16:30
- Taught: Sat, Daytime
- Duration: 1 session
- Location: The British Museum
Course Code: RCD61
Duration: 1 session
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What is the course about?
This year's lectures will focus on the effect that war and peace had in the ancient world. The event will be held at the BP Lecture Theatre at the British Museum. Registration will start at 10.00 am and the event will begin at 10.30.
If you are a British Museum Members, you will pay a discounted fee of £58. Please select “Senior fee” at the checkout stage.
What will we cover?
The speakers will be:
Richard Abdy, curator of the British Museum exhibition "Legion: Life in the Roman army"
Natalie Haynes - Classicist, Author, Broadcaster and Comedian
Ian Morris - Historian and Archaeologist, Stanford University
Caroline Vout - Professor of Classics, Cambridge University.
A link to the detailed programme will be provided soon.
What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...
demonstrate some knowledge on the topic of the lectures.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
Anyone with a love of the Classics is welcome to join this day. No previous knowledge required.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
This event is a series of lectures. There will also be book signing by the speakers.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
No additional costs.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
You will find a list of Ancient Languages and Civilisations courses on www.citylit.ac.uk. You will be also able to speak to City Lit staff on the day for general advice.
