Friday, September 27, 2019

Free online University course on Hadrian's Wall

This is pretty cool:
This six week course offers a comprehensive introduction to Hadrian’s Wall and its people and raises fascinating issues concerning colonisation, cultural transformation, immigration, integration and imperialism. We will explore life in the region before the construction of the Wall, the arrival of the Roman army and its impact on the local population. Detailed case studies will consider the different features of the Wall and its surroundings, considering the way in which the frontier system evolved throughout the Roman period. The changing face of both the Roman army and indigenous populations is richly illuminated through archaeological finds and reconstructions. To appreciate the range and character of native people, soldiers’ families, slaves, merchants and migrants, we will examine their homes, dress, diet, rituals and religious beliefs.
It's free, and open to everyone:
This course is intended for anyone with an interest in the archaeology or history of the Roman Empire. It focuses on the most heavily fortified Roman frontier, located in what is now northern England. It does not require any reading before you start, or previous experience of studying these subjects.
It's taught by a professor at Newcastle University in the UK.  If you have an interest in archaeology (*cough* Tim *cough*) then check it out.

1 comment:

Tacitus said...

Does look fun.

And as I may have mentioned, there are more spots open for the Hadrian Wall dig in 2020....y'all should really do this.

TW