Ancient History

Ancient History is the study of civilizations, events, and societies from the beginning of recorded human history through the post-classical era. This skill involves analyzing archaeological findings, historical texts, and cultural artifacts to understand ancient political systems, religious beliefs, and social structures. Historians explore major civilizations such as Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, and Rome, examining their contributions to modern society. A deep knowledge of ancient history enhances academic research, critical thinking, and historical preservation efforts.
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    Universidad de Palermo

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, Ancient History, Aesthetics, Culture, World History, Anthropology, European History, Timelines, Design Elements And Principles

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    566 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Arizona

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, World History, European History, Social Studies, Political Sciences, Timelines

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    680 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Sungkyunkwan University

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Liberal Arts, Language Learning, Research, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, World History, Social Studies, Anthropology, Graphical Tools

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    230 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Sungkyunkwan University

    Skills you'll gain: Language Learning, Language Competency, Literacy, Vocabulary, Ancient History

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    500 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Xi'an Jiaotong University

    Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Ancient History, Culture, Political Sciences

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    274 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Taiwan University

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Liberal Arts, World History, Case Studies, Culture, Political Sciences, Governance

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    228 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Skills you'll gain: Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Ancient History, Liberal Arts, Language Learning, World History, Literacy, Writing

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    44 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Taiwan University

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, World History, Timelines, Storytelling, Liberal Arts, Culture, Systems Thinking, Learning Strategies, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    212 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Creative Thinking, Research, Critical Thinking, Social Sciences, Ancient History, Decision Making, Analysis, Cultural Diversity, World History, Biology, Physics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    2.1K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Taiwan University

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Ancient History, Liberal Arts, European History, Social Studies, Research, Culture, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Scientific Methods

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    247 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Università di Napoli Federico II

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Ancient History, Social Sciences, European History, Media and Communications, Liberal Arts, Sociology, World History

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    27 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Anthropology, Scientific Methods, Peer Review, Case Studies, Liberal Arts, Investigation, Social Sciences, Research, Science and Research, World History, Research Methodologies, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    21 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks