The pyramids of Giza and the tomb of Tutankhamun spring to mind when we think about ancient Egypt. It was the world's first unified nation and very ancient: the Greeks and Romans were as mystified by its remains as we are.

 

How did the Egyptians maintain a mighty nation with a stable culture for over 2000 years? Come and join us as we spend eight weeks investigating this fascinating culture!

 

Course outline

 

Meet the Ancient Egyptians (Evening 1)

 

The Egyptian Story (Evening 2)

 

Governing Ancient Egypt (Evening 3)

 

Gods and Myths in Ancient Egypt (Evening 4)

 

Egyptian Writing, Language and Literature (Evening 5)

 

Egyptian Art and Architecture (Evening 6)

 

The Cult of Death in Ancient Egypt (Evening 7)

 

After the Pharaohs: Cleopatra and Beyond (Evening 8)

 

Visit (optional) to R.D. Milns Antiquities Museum, University of Queensland, St Lucia (Evening 9)