Introduction to ancient Egypt 1A
Key facts
- Cost: £170
- Credits: 10
Summary
Pyramids, the sphinx, and the powerful pharaohs who brought them into being, whose ambitions caused their kingdom to collapse. This course follows the course of ancient Egyptian history from its first beginnings in the Predynastic Period (c. 5500 BCE) through the glorious pyramid age of the Old Kingdom (2600-2100 BCE) to the Renaissance of Egyptian culture in the Middle Kingdom (c. 2000-1600 BCE).
Who is this course for?
Anyone with an interest in history and culture, especially anyone with an interest in the Egyptian world. If you love pyramids, this is the course for you!
Qualifications/credits
You can gain 10 credits from submitting assessment in this course, which can contribute to a Certificate in Higher Education in Egyptology.
Assessment
Essay (c.1000-1200 words) (40%)
Class test (60%)
Mode of study
This 10-week course will be delivered via 2-hour seminars led by a tutor.
Course materials will be provided online via our learning platform Moodle.
Prospects
This course provides an excellent foundation for all study within Egyptology, providing a strong historical framework.
Find out more
The University holds open days throughout the year where you can meet with staff to discuss our short course provision. Find out more about University of Glasgow open days
Available sessions
- Date: 26/09/2024 - 28/11/2024
Day: Thursday
Time: 18:00 - 20:00
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