Brief Introduction
Explore the architecture and history of Rome, walking around a 3D digital model of the ancient city, with this free online course.
Course Summary
Explore the history, architecture, and culture of Rome through this online course. Discover the ancient city's secrets and learn about its influence on the modern world.
Key Learning Points
- Learn about ancient Roman civilization and its impact on the modern world
- Get an in-depth understanding of Rome's architecture, art, and culture
- Explore the city's lesser-known secrets and hidden treasures
Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have
- Archaeologist
- USA: $62,000
- India: ₹4,57,000
- Spain: €26,000
- Museum Curator
- USA: $49,000
- India: ₹3,60,000
- Spain: €20,000
- Tour Guide
- USA: $38,000
- India: ₹2,79,000
- Spain: €15,000
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the rich history and culture of Rome
- Gain knowledge about the city's architecture and its impact on modern architecture
- Learn about ancient Roman art and its influence on art today
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- No prior knowledge of Rome or its history is required
- A basic understanding of history and art is helpful
Course Difficulty Level
Beginner
Course Format
Similar Courses
- The History of Ancient Rome
- Exploring Ancient Rome
Notable People in This Field
- Professor of Classics at the University of Cambridge
- Historian and Author
Related Books
Requirements
- This course is open to anyone with an interest in discovering more about ancient Rome. You might be: planning a visit to the Italian capital; an avid watcher of documentaries on Roman history; or considering studying archaeology, classics or history at university.
Knowledge
- Geographical and historical overviewIntroduction to the digital modelRoman building materials and techniquesThe importance of aqueducts and sewersUsing coins to illustrate ancient architectureThe Imperial ForaThe function and development of the ForumTypes of monumental architectureUsing poetry as evidence to investigate the pastOverview of Roman religionThe architecture of the Capitoline HillDevelopments in Imperial temple architectureWorshipping the godsOverview of Roman housingFood supply in the ancient cityHow the Romans liked to be rememberedUsing inscriptions as evidence to investigate the pastThe importance of entertainment for Rome’s rulersThe architecture and function of theatres and circusesRoman baths and bathingUsing evidence to understand the Colosseum
Summary of User Reviews
Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
Instructors are knowledgeable and engaging
Pros from User Reviews
- Engaging content
- In-depth exploration of Roman history
- Interactive assignments and quizzes
- Access to additional resources and readings
- Flexible schedule allows for self-paced learning
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users found the course to be challenging
- Limited interaction with other learners
- Not suitable for those seeking a brief overview of Rome's history
- Some technical issues reported with the online platform
- Lack of personalized feedback on assignments