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Ancient civilisations

Discover Ancient Civilisations - Online Courses

Delve into stories of classics and the ancient world, learn the languages and explore their cultures. Courses are available on weekdays, evenings and weekends.

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  1. Prostitution in Ancient Rome
    Evening
    Course start date:  Tue 4 Nov 2025

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Sean Gabb
    The oldest profession as practised among the Romans - not for the squeamish.
    Full fee £19.00 Senior fee £19.00 Concession £12.00
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  2. The Amaravati stupa: an ancient, colonial and contemporary history
    Weekend
    Course start date:  Sat 15 Nov 2025

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Arjmand Aziz
    Examine the history, architecture, aesthetics and religious significance of the Amaravati stupa. Admire parts of it during the visit at the British Museum.
    Full fee £69.00 Senior fee £55.00 Concession £45.00
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  3. Ancient Greek drama
    Course start date:  Tue 18 Nov 2025

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Maria Contos
    Have a taste of exploring the ancient Athenian stage, and how they still speak to us about the challenges we face today.
    Full fee £139.00 Senior fee £111.00 Concession £90.00
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  4. Non-elite women in Ancient Egypt
    Weekend
    Course start date:  Sat 29 Nov 2025

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Rosalind Janssen
    Famed Victorian novelist and travel writer, skilled artist, intrepid and renowned Egyptologist. No wonder that London born Amelia Blanford Edwards (1831-1892) was dubbed the ‘Queen of Egyptology’ by her American fans. Our concentration is on her legacy to London, and we end our day by visiting one of her enduring foundations in the capital: UCL’s Petrie Museum.
    Full fee £69.00 Senior fee £55.00 Concession £45.00
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