Courses
History Courses
Discover how people, events and ideas have shaped the world over time. Engage with historical perspectives that deepen your understanding of society today. Ideal for anyone curious about the past.
Greek Mythology: Myths and Images
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Greek Mythology: Myths and Images
<p>This illustrated course examines figures and stories of Ancient Greek myth through literary sources and imagery, primarily illustrations on pottery. We look at how myths were told, retold and
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The Battle of the Atlantic
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The Battle of the Atlantic
<p>The Battle of the Atlantic was the longest and most strategically vital campaign of the Second World War. This course examines how control of sea lanes shaped the conflict, exploring submarines,
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A Celebration of 400 Years of Women Artists
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A Celebration of 400 Years of Women Artists
<p>In every century there have been outstanding women artists who have achieved a reputation that has tested time and sat well-earned, alongside their male colleagues. Often their life stories are
...Approximately 5 hours
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From French Royalty to Empire - Art and decorative elegance from Louis XIV's Versailles to Napoleon
<p>French monarchs managed their images as carefully as any self-branded celebrity today. How did Louis XIV use the artisans and artists of the day through his patronage to enhance and dazzle his
...Approximately 4 hours
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Portraits of Russia: Rublëv, Pushkin, Turgenev, Borodin, Rimsky-Korsakov and Tchaikovsky
<p>This course, focussed on the life and work of some of Russia’s most outstanding personalities, will begin with the work of Andrey Rublëv, Russia’s most famous icon painter, and his circle, and the
...Approximately 6 hours
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Portraits of Scandinavia: Norway and Denmark
<p>The cold lands of the far north have in fact produced inspiring examples of music, drama, art and philosophy to match the best of the more famous cultures of France and Italy. Explore the genius of
...Approximately 6 hours
Hunters Hill: French and Leafy
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Hunters Hill: French and Leafy
<p>Hunters Hill is known for its leafy streets, harbour setting and distinctive French heritage. This course explores the suburb’s history, architecture and notable residents, revealing how geography,
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Great Cities of the Ancient World: Thebes to Babylon
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Great Cities of the Ancient World: Thebes to Babylon
<p>Ancient cities were centres of power, culture and innovation. This course explores four remarkable cities—Thebes, Mycenae, Mohenjo-Daro and Babylon—examining how geography, governance and belief
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Great Cities of the Ancient World: Thebes to Babylon
<p>Ancient cities were centres of power, culture and innovation. This course explores four remarkable cities—Thebes, Mycenae, Mohenjo-Daro and Babylon—examining how geography, governance and belief
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George Blake - The Most Damaging Double Agent Ever?
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George Blake - The Most Damaging Double Agent Ever?
<p>George Blake was a British MI6 officer who secretly spied for the Soviet Union during the Cold War. This course unpacks his extraordinary story, examining his motivations, the intelligence he
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What Lies Beneath: A Deeper Dig into the Archives
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What Lies Beneath: A Deeper Dig into the Archives
<p><strong>In Association with the Royal Australian Historical Society.</strong></p>
<p><strong>Speaker:</strong> Christine Yeats</p>
<p>This course will offer practical guidance on how to unlock the
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What Lies Beneath: A Deeper Dig into the Archives
<p><strong>In Association with the Royal Australian Historical Society.</strong></p>
<p><strong>Speaker:</strong> Christine Yeats</p>
<p>This course will offer practical guidance on how to unlock the
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