Introduction to Ancient Greek History and Civilization

Timetable

Module aim (aims)

1 To introduce the student to the history and civilization of ancient Greece.
2 To provide structured knowledge at an advanced level in the history and civilization of ancient Greece.
3 Formation of competencies related to the ability to place cultural phenomena in a historical context.
4 To provide advanced level knowledge about the formation of ancient cultures and civilizations, key processes, significant ideological tendencies of Greek antiquity

Pre-requisites in terms of knowledge, skills and social competences (where relevant)

Syllabus

1. The formation of state structures in the Greek world.
2. Society and economy of ancient poleis.
3. Philosophy and science in ancient Greece.
4. Ancient Democracy.

Reading list

Obligatory

1. Dillon, M. Garland, The Ancient Greeks. History and Culture from Archaic Times to the Death of Alexander, London – NY 2010.

Optional

1. Kagan, D., Pericles of Athens and the Birth of Democracy, NY 1991.
2. Hansen, M.H., The Athenian Democracy in the Age of Demosthenes, Oxford 1991.