The objective of this course is to provide an overview of the culture of ancient Rome beginning about 1000 BCE and ending with the so-called "Fall of Rome". We will look at some of the key people who played a role in Rome, from the time of the kings through the Roman Republic and the Roman Empire. We will also focus on the city of Rome itself, as well as Rome's expansion through Italy, the Mediterranean, and beyond.
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Roman Art and Archaeology
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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
Introduction to 'Roman Art and Archaeology'
The Early Romans and Their Ancestors (ca. 1000 - 500 BCE)
The Roman Republic's Rise and Fall (509 - 31 BCE)
Augustus and the Early Roman Empire (31 BCE - 1st century CE)
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TOP REVIEWS FROM ROMAN ART AND ARCHAEOLOGY
The lectures and videos are phenomenal. It really feels like travelling back to Ancient Rome. I'm so grateful for Dr Soren, the Coursera Team, and everyone who made this happen!
I thoroughly enjoyed working my way through the centuries of Roman architecture and concentrating on key illustrative buildings. A well designed course - thanks!
The course was interesting it is well made. People who are not specialists but have interest in the history of the Roman Empire could learn a lot in an easy and pleasant way.
It's a wonderful course! Full of really interesting information. It shares also many not very well known studies. High level of education! Thank you, Cristina.
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