Ancient Worlds

Embark on a journey through millennia of myth, language, and discovery.

Whether you're fascinated by the poetry of ancient prophets, eager to decode Latin and Greek, curious about the lives and fashions of ancient civilizations, or drawn to archaeology—from Jordan’s ancient ruins to Egypt’s creation myths—our Ancient Worlds courses offer something for every inquisitive mind.
Each course is either online or on campus—check the icons below to see how they're delivered.

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The Book of Isaiah Chapters 40-66

The Book of Isaiah - Chapters 40-66

10 weekly meetings from Monday 29 September, 1.30 - 3.30pm with Michael Tunnicliffe

Ancient Turkey

Ancient Turkey

10 weekly meetings from Monday 29 September, 10am - 12pm with Michael Tunnicliffe

Sailor - The Official Professions of Ancient Egypt

Tinker, Tailor, Solider, Sailor - The Official Professions of Ancient Egypt

5 weekly meetings from Tuesday 30 September, 11am - 1pm with Dr Joanne Backhouse

Haute Couture in the Ancient Classical World

Haute Couture in the Ancient Classical World at Ness Gardens

3 weekly meetings from Thursday 16 October, 2 - 4pm with Dr Gina Muskett

Introduction to Ancient Greek

Introduction to Ancient Greek

10 weekly meetings from Wednesday 1 October, 6 - 7pm with Dr Guen Taietti

Introduction to Latin

Introduction to Latin

10 weekly sessions from Thursday 2 October, 6 - 7pm with Dr Guen Taietti

Sailor - The Creative Professions of Ancient Egypt

Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Sailor - The Creative Professions of Ancient Egypt

5 weekly meetings from Tuesday 4 November, 11am - 1pm with Dr Joanne Backhouse

The Creation Myths of Ancient Egypt

The Creation Myths of Ancient Egypt

Saturday 6 December, 10am - 3pm with Dr Joanne Backhouse

The Archaeology of Jordan

The Archaeology of Jordan

Saturday 8 November, 10am - 4pm with Michael Tunnicliffe

Women in the Roman World

Women in the Roman World

5 weekly meetings from Tuesday 4 November, 2 - 4pm with Dr Joanne Ball