What you will learn in The Ancient Greeks Course
Early Greek Civilizations: Explore the Minoan and Mycenaean civilizations through archaeological evidence, understanding their societal structures and cultural contributions.
The Dark Ages and Homeric Epics: Investigate the period following the collapse of Mycenaean civilization, focusing on the Homeric epics—The Iliad and The Odyssey—and their role in shaping Greek cultural identity.
The Archaic Age (ca. 800-500 BCE): Study the development of the Greek polis (city-state), colonization efforts, the resurgence of literacy, and the emergence of hoplite warfare.
Sparta and Athens: Analyze the contrasting political and social structures of Sparta and Athens, including the roles of lawgivers like Lycurgus and Solon.
The Persian Wars and Athenian Democracy: Examine the causes and outcomes of the Persian Wars and the establishment of democracy in Athens.
The “Great 50 Years” (ca. 480-431 BCE): Delve into Athens’ Golden Age, focusing on its imperial expansion, artistic achievements, and the role of leaders like Pericles.
The Peloponnesian War: Study the conflict between Athens and Sparta, analyzing its causes, key events, and consequences.
The End of the Century and Beyond: Explore the decline of Athens, the rise of Macedon under Philip II, and the legacy of Alexander the Great.
Program Overview
Early Greek Civilizations
⏳ 2 hours
- An introduction to the Minoan and Mycenaean civilizations, their societal structures, and cultural contributions.
The Dark Ages and Homeric Epics
⏳ 2 hours
- Exploration of the Homeric epics and their role in shaping Greek cultural identity and mythology.
The Archaic Age (ca. 800-500 BCE)
⏳ 3 hours
- The rise of the Greek polis, early colonization efforts, and the development of Greek warfare and literacy.
Sparta and Athens
⏳ 3 hours
- A comparative study of Sparta and Athens, focusing on their political, social, and military differences.
The Persian Wars and Athenian Democracy
⏳ 2 hours
- Analysis of the causes and outcomes of the Persian Wars and the development of democracy in Athens.
The Great 50 Years (ca. 480-431 BCE)
⏳ 2 hours
- Athens’ Golden Age, focusing on imperial expansion, cultural achievements, and the role of leaders like Pericles.
The Peloponnesian War
⏳ 3 hours
- Study of the conflict between Athens and Sparta, analyzing its causes, key events, and consequences.
The End of the Century and Beyond
⏳ 2 hours
- The decline of Athens and the rise of Macedon under Philip II and Alexander the Great.
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Job Outlook
- Ideal for careers in academia, particularly in history, philosophy, and cultural studies.
- Relevant for roles in museums, archives, and cultural heritage institutions.
- Useful for writers, editors, and content creators focusing on ancient history, philosophy, or classical literature.
Specification: The Ancient Greeks
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