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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    University of Pennsylvania

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Liberal Arts, World History, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Anthropology, Sociology, Psychology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    2.5K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Wesleyan University

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, European History, World History, Art History, Political Sciences, Anthropology, Cultural Sensitivity, Governance, Scientific Methods

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    2.1K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Anthropology, Social Studies, Timelines, World History, Cultural Diversity, Research Methodologies, Investigation, Storytelling

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    2.9K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Timelines, Social Justice, Anthropology, Scientific Methods, World History, Social Sciences, Liberal Arts, Sustainable Development, Peer Review, Environment, Case Studies, General Science and Research, Community Development, Climate Change Programs, Spatial Analysis, Research, Cultural Sensitivity, Science and Research, Data Analysis

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    26 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Liberal Arts, Ethical Standards And Conduct, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Mathematics Education, Governance

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    1.6K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Sapienza University of Rome

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, World History, Art History, Social Sciences, Anthropology, Water Resources, European History, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Economics

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    427 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Emory University

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Liberal Arts, Political Sciences, World History, Policy Analysis, Cultural Diversity, Education and Training, Storytelling

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    290 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Politecnico di Milano

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Architectural Design, Civil and Architectural Engineering, Social Studies, Architecture and Construction, World History, Physical Science, Cultural Diversity

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    1.4K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Amsterdam

    Skills you'll gain: World History, Ancient History, Cultural Diversity, Anthropology, Timelines, Social Sciences, Environmental Science, Biology, Physics, Economic Development

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    253 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, World History, Anthropology, Writing, Cultural Diversity, Timelines, Research

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    1.5K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Arizona

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Ancient History, Chemistry, General Science and Research, Global Positioning Systems, Scientific Methods, Scientific Visualization, Research, Simulations

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    3.9K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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
    759 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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