Courses about Ancient Civilisations
Discover the ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Roman on our courses, as well as Mayan civilisations and more.
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Ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphics: an introduction for complete beginners at the British Museum
Course Date: Fri 20 Sep 2019 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: The British MuseumThis four-week course, presented in partnership between the British Museum and City Lit, uses British Museum objects related to ancient Egypt to provide a foundation in the writing of hieroglyphs. The class will be held at the British Museum.Full fee: £129.00Senior fee: £103.00Concession: £79.00 -
Introdution to classical civilisations: "the Twelve Caesars"
Course Date: Mon 23 Sep 2019
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetDiscover the extraordinary lives of the first rulers of Imperial Rome. Ancient historians have given us vivid accounts of the sometimes amusing, often scandalous, but always fascinating events in their lives. Can we distinguish between 'fact’ and vicious propaganda? A visit to the British Museum is included.Full fee: £219.00Senior fee: £175.00Concession: £134.00 -
The end of a dynasty in Ancient Egypt: Tutankhamun, Ay and Horemheb
Course Date: Tue 24 Sep 2019
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetTrace the story of Tutankhamun and of his dynasty through new evidence. This course will coincide with an exhibition of Tutankhamun's treasures in London at this time. There may be an opportunity for a group visit to the exhibition.Full fee: £219.00Senior fee: £175.00Concession: £134.00 -
Ancient American civilisations - part 1: the South
Course Date: Tue 24 Sep 2019
Location on this date: FRA - Fashion Retail AcademyShrouded in mystery and legend, Amazonian and Central American cultures reveal surprising links to societies of the Andes that defy and challenge common perceptions about the rise of civilisation in the Americas.Full fee: £129.00Senior fee: £129.00Concession: £79.00 -
The Greek world: Mediterranean cultures and interactions (3200-323 BCE)
Course Date: Thu 26 Sep 2019
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetCome and explore life and art in 5th century Athens, the time of Pericles, Alcibiades and Socrates. Includes a visit to the British Museum.Full fee: £189.00Senior fee: £151.00Concession: £115.00 -
Religion in Ancient Greece
Course Date: Thu 3 Oct 2019
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetReligion was a fundamental part of Greek private and public life. We will look at how the Greek people communicated with their gods through objects, temples, and rituals.Full fee: £99.00Senior fee: £79.00Concession: £60.00 -
Art, sculpture and architecture of the classical world: an introduction
Course Date: Thu 3 Oct 2019
Location on this date: FRA - Fashion Retail AcademyDiscover what messages the ancient Greeks and Romans were trying to convey about themselves through their art, sculpture and architecture. No prior knowledge of their world is necessary – just an enquiring mind.Full fee: £199.00Senior fee: £199.00Concession: £121.00 -
Tutankhamun’s fashion
Course Date: Sat 12 Oct 2019
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetRecent examinations of Tutankhamun’s underwear have revealed that the boy king was decidedly ‘pear-shaped’. What can his clothing tell us about the minutiae of daily life in Ancient Egypt? Afternoon visit to the Petrie Museum.Full fee: £59.00Senior fee: £47.00Concession: £36.00 -
A journey in the history and culture of Sicily
Course Date: Sat 12 Oct 2019
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetThis one-day course will offer an insight view of the multifaceted history and multilayered culture of Sicily, the ancient island off the shore of Italy mainland.Full fee: £59.00Senior fee: £47.00Concession: £36.00 -
A potted history of Ancient Greece
Course Date: Thu 17 Oct 2019
Location on this date: FRA - Fashion Retail AcademyImages and scenes on ancient Greek pottery have captivated, inspired, shocked and been talking points across the centuries. Enjoy exploring their role in wider culture, ancient and modern, in an informal group discussion.Full fee: £79.00Senior fee: £79.00Concession: £48.00 -
Troy: an introduction at the British Museum
Course Date: Fri 18 Oct 2019
Location on this date: The British MuseumAn opportunity to find out more about Troy, its history and the people associated with it. This course will be held at the British Museum.Full fee: £129.00Senior fee: £103.00Concession: £79.00 -
Art of Islam: an introduction at the British Museum
Course Date: Fri 18 Oct 2019
Location on this date: The British MuseumFind out the basics of Islamic art. This course will be held at the British Museum.Full fee: £129.00Senior fee: £103.00Concession: £79.00 -
The Etruscans
Course Date: Sun 27 Oct 2019
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetDiscover the mysterious people who lived in Central Italy and ended up being enveloped by the Romans.Full fee: £59.00Senior fee: £47.00Concession: £36.00 -
Full fee: £59.00Senior fee: £47.00Concession: £36.00
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Egyptology day
Course Date: Sat 9 Nov 2019
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetAfter thousands of years, the legacy of the Ancient Egyptians continues to captivate. This autumn, leading experts and specialists shed new light on this mysterious civilisation at City Lit's annual Egyptology day. No prior knowledge is required - just bring your curiosity!Full fee: £59.00Senior fee: £47.00Concession: £36.00
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