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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    Yale University

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Architectural Design, Architecture and Construction, Construction, Civil Engineering, European History, World History, Research and Design, Design Elements And Principles

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    704 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Sapienza University of Rome

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, World History, Cultural Diversity, Culture, Anthropology

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    163 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Governance, Social Studies, World History, Anthropology, Diplomacy, Sociology, Political Sciences, Economics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    806 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Social Studies, World History, Ancient History, Social Sciences, Research, Science and Research, Economics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    36 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free

    Yad Vashem

    Skills you'll gain: European History, Ancient History, World History, Anthropology, Cultural Diversity, International Relations, Sociology, Social Sciences, Political Sciences

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    90 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidades Anáhuac

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Culture, Anthropology, World History, Social Sciences, Sociology, Cultural Diversity, Timelines, Art History

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pohang University of Science and Technology(POSTECH)

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Materials science, Architecture and Construction, Civil Engineering, Architectural Design, Structural Engineering, Instrumental Music, Hydraulics, Geometry, Manufacturing Processes, Vibrations

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    60 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universiteit Leiden

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Culture, Language Learning, Anthropology, Social Studies, Multilingualism, Literacy, Research, Research Methodologies

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    99 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, International Relations, European History, World History, Ancient History, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Economics, Demography, Political Sciences

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Skills you'll gain: World History, Critical Thinking, Ancient History, Research, Science and Research, Culture, Social Sciences, Cultural Responsiveness, Scientific Methods, Anthropology, European History, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Analysis, Manufacturing and Production, Physics, Physical Science, Industrial Design, Research Methodologies, Innovation, Intellectual Property

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Language Learning, Medical History Documentation, Medical Science and Research, Language Competency, Ancient History, Vocabulary

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free

    University of Washington

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Community Development, Cultural Responsiveness, Culture, European History, Social Studies, World History, Art History, Economic Development, Ancient History, International Relations, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Political Sciences

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    313 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks