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HIS 559

Ancient Egypt

Ancient Egypt is often associated with mummies, pyramids, and mystery, which reflects only a part of the ancient and complex society that existed for over 5000 years. This course provides a thematic overview of the cultural history of ancient Egypt. Through art, archaeology and literature, students will consider changes over time in the political, social, religious, and everyday life of Egypt, as well as its economic and cultural ties with the ancient Near East and Mediterranean worlds.
Weekly Contact: Lecture: 3 hrs.
GPA Weight: 1.00
Course Count: 1.00
Billing Units: 1

Prerequisites

None

Co-Requisites

None

Antirequisites

HST 506

Custom Requisites

None