Ancient History

Ancient History covers the time period from the earliest human societies to the end of the last major civilization before the modern era. This wide time frame allows students to explore the rise and fall of empires, the impact of major historical events and figures, and the continuity and changes in human societies over time.

Coursework in Ancient History typically includes studying primary and secondary sources, such as texts, artifacts, and archaeological evidence. Students learn to analyze and interpret this evidence to understand the past. Ancient History courses often focus on specific regions, such as the Mediterranean, Egypt, Greece, or Rome.

The field of ancient history is divided into three distinct sub-disciplines: archaeology, historiography, and philology.