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
    705 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Lund University

    Skills you'll gain: Socioeconomics, Ancient History, Economic Development, World History, Social Sciences, European History, Sustainable Development, Economics, International Relations, Anthropology, Political Sciences, Demography, Trend Analysis, Case Studies, Governance

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    56 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Arizona

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

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    681 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 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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    University of Pennsylvania

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Liberal Arts, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research, European History, World History, Anthropology, Political Sciences, Psychology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    761 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Sungkyunkwan University

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Culture, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, 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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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, General Science and Research, Research, Scientific Methods, Environment, Ancient History, Peer Review, Laboratory Testing, Timelines, World History

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    22 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Anthropology, Scientific Methods, Peer Review, Social Sciences, Research, Science and Research, World History, Culture, Research Methodologies, Cultural Diversity

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    22 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • University of Colorado Boulder

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, World History, Research, European History, Storytelling, Culture, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    365 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Emory University

    Skills you'll gain: Environment, Physical Science, Environmental Issue, Natural Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Science, Ancient History, World History, Timelines, Biology, Climate Change Adaptation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    138 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, Ancient History, World History, Anthropology, Timelines, Research Methodologies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    1K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Legal Technology, Innovation, Social Studies, Data Ethics, Informatics, Image Analysis, Research, Computer Science, Human Computer Interaction, Digital Communications, Culture, Technology Solutions, Public History, Computer Vision, Media and Communications, Ancient History, Artificial Intelligence

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    908 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks