postgraduate certificate Ancient History: Prehistory and Egypt

The history of Egypt is still unknown to many historians, especially of the prehistoric period. Many experts have devoted part of their careers to explaining cemeteries dating back to 4000 BC, trying to decipher their lifestyles and the cultural innovations that provided the basis for what is known as ancient Egypt. Therefore, this program will address the most recent discoveries of the Neolithic in the Near East, covering a very extensive period of history and which is essential for the continued development of professionals in this field.

University certificate

duration

6 weeks

Modality

Online

Schedule

At your own pace

Exams

Online

start date

Credits

6 ECTS

financing up to

3 months

Price

The world's largest faculty of humanities”

Description

Are you passionate about the mysteries hidden in the Egyptian world? In this program you will meet them all"

With more than five thousand years of history, Egypt has one of the most extensive documentations in the world. Its first inhabitants settled on the banks of the Nile, being ruled by "divine" beings to whom they attributed semi heroic characteristics. Over the years, they developed one of the most innovative civilizations of the time, building pyramids and implementing a metric system for their construction.

To understand perfectly what their lifestyle was like, has become the main objective of historians, who dedicate their careers to study everything they can about them through records and images. Therefore, this postgraduate certificate will provide historians with a new approach to this civilization, starting with the origin of the Neolithic and culminating with the golden age of the Persian Empire, who dominated much of Egypt.

All this will help students to broaden their professional horizons, taking them out of the academic environment and motivating them to work as experts in museums, excavations and even as art advisors of the Neolithic period.

Upon completion of this program, you will be able to practice as an arts and culture consultant, a position in high demand today"

This postgraduate certificate in Ancient History: Prehistory and Egypt contains the most complete and up to date program on the market. The most important features include:

The development of case studies presented by experts in art and archaeology
The graphic, schematic, and eminently practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
Practical exercises where the self assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies
Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
Access to content from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

You will be able to learn all about Egyptian and Mesopotamian culture thanks to an online program with continuous access from anywhere in the world"

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from sector who contribute their work experience to this training program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive training programmed to train in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

A complete program that will help you become an expert on the ancient period in museums and art auctions"

Enroll now and in three weeks you will be an expert in ancient Egyptian history"

Objectives

This postgraduate certificate in Ancient History: Prehistory and Egypt has a clear objective: to lead historians to explore new professional fields, specializing in prehistory and Egyptian culture. To this end, they will have an online program with the latest content in the area. Thus, they will be able to learn about the contributions of the history of these civilizations and organize the information in chronological order.

Identify the peculiarities of each stage of ancient history thanks to the contents of this program"

General Objectives

Possess a level of knowledge necessary to master the aspects of ancient history, in the different stages of the past
Develop critical thinking with respect to historical events and current reality
Know in depth different cultures and to establish differences between them
Master concepts that help to distinguish between Greek and Roman art
Integrate the conceptual foundations of history as a function of art and archaeology
Identify the most relevant figures and iconographies of universal and Christian history

Specific Objectives

Know contributions of Ancient History
Know the contributions of Ancient History in shaping the cultural, political and socioeconomic foundations of the present day
Organize historical information in a coherent manner and transmit it according to the critical canons of the discipline
Prioritize the lines of thought, concepts, beliefs and cultural traits of each people

The history of Egypt is one of the most exciting and extensive in the world. To specialize in it is to secure a new career path"

Postgraduate Certificate in Ancient History: Prehistory and Egypt.

Prehistory is a period of history comprising the time from the appearance of the first human beings to the beginning of recorded history. In this period humans did not have forms of writing, and knowledge about the period is held through the research of archaeologists and scholars, and the analysis of utensils and tools found in excavations.

During prehistoric times humans lived as hunter-gatherers and were nomadic. Towards the end of the Stone Age, they began to cultivate plants and domesticate animals, becoming farmers.

On the other hand, Egypt is one of the oldest civilizations in the world. It is located in North Africa and is famous for its monuments and constructions such as pyramids, sphinxes and temples.

The history of Egypt is divided into three major periods: the Old Empire, the Middle Empire and the New Empire. During the Old Empire the pyramids were built and the first pharaonic dynasties were established. The Middle Empire saw the consolidation of a centralized government and the flourishing of Egyptian culture. During the New Empire the temple of Karnak was built and the famous queen Nefertiti lived in Egypt.

Religion was an integral part of Egyptian culture and they had gods and goddesses such as Ra, Isis and Osiris. Hieroglyphic writing was used to record information and was captured on monuments and papyri.

In summary, Prehistory was a period when humans lived as hunters and gatherers, while Egypt was an ancient civilization that thrived over time and was characterized by its culture, monuments and hieroglyphic writing, among other aspects.

Students taking this Postgraduate Certificate will be able to acquire skills such as the ability to critically analyze, an understanding of human social and cultural evolution, and an appreciation of the cultural heritage humanity has left behind. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to apply this knowledge in careers such as archaeology, teaching, historiographical research and museology, and fields related to cultural heritage.