History courses
History courses. The world as we know it today has been shaped by events of the past.
COVID-19 update: arrangement of our courses
We are now delivering courses online and in-person. Please check the delivery format of each class before enrolling.
Please note that course materials (excluding prescribed texts) are shared electronically within 48 hours of course commencement. Printing is not available.
Experience the living legacy of history and explore the incredible breadth of knowledge it has to offer! Our range of history courses are perfect for amateurs, enthusiasts and professionals alike. Get ready to immerse yourself in the events, customs and traditions that have helped shape the world we know today.
Quench your thirst for knowledge with these convenient and engaging courses. From ancient civilisations to revolutions of the past, there’s something for everyone in our history courses. You’ll get first hand insight into societies of times gone by whilst exploring intriguing details from days long forgotten – you’ll come away feeling confident about what you’ve learnt.
Enrol today and ignite your passion for history! Our enjoyable courses are open to everyone so don’t miss out on this opportunity – no matter how much time you have available. So take a leap back in time and discover a forgotten world – experience history through real stories within our dedicated courses. Learn history in Sydney with history courses from the University of Sydney – your premier provider of short courses in Sydney and online.
- Archaeology Course: Ancient Cyprus
- Art History Course: Michelangelo meets Sinan
- History Course: 17-18th Century Ottoman and European Art and Fashion
- History Course: A Day in Herculaneum
- History Course: Augustus and the City of Rome
- History Course: Looting, Theft and the Illicit Trade in Antiquities
- History Course: Roman North Africa
- History Course: Sir Arthur Evans and His Quest for The Minoans
- History Course: The Great Game – The Contest for Central Asia
- History Course: The Legacy of Islamic Civilisations 632-1924
- History Course: The Ottoman Renaissance, 1413-1575
- History Course: The Ottomans and the Early Modern World, 1400-1600
- History Course: Topkapi Palace and the Harem of the Ottoman Empire, 1533-1659
- Iran Study Day: The Glory of Ancient Persia
- Ireland Course: The Celts to the Celtic Tiger
- Religious History Course: The Temple in Jerusalem
- Religion Course: World Religions
Ireland Course: The Celts to the Celtic Tiger
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<p>This course explores the Emerald Isle from its Celtic, Viking and Norman history to its geography,
...| When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
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| Sat 29 Apr 2023 | 9am - 3pm (UTC+10:00) | Room 204 - Face-to-face (CCE Building, Newtown) |
If there isn't a class to suit you, please join the waiting list.
Art History Course: Michelangelo meets Sinan
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<p>Join us for an exploration of early modern Ottoman art compared with the artwork of the Renaissance in
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| Sat 17 Jun 2023 | 9:30am - 4:30pm (UTC+10:00) | Room 303 - Face-to-face (CCE Building, Newtown) |
If there isn't a class to suit you, please join the waiting list.
History Course: Augustus and the City of Rome
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<p>Join us as we explore the Augustan city of Rome and the buildings that have survived in the densely packed sprawl of modern Rome. We will discuss how
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| Sat 17 Jun 2023 | 10am - 3pm (UTC+10:00) | Room 200 - Face-to-face (CCE Building, Newtown) |
If there isn't a class to suit you, please join the waiting list.
History Course: The Decline of the Roman Empire
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<p>It was at dusk on 15th October 1764 when Edward Gibbon, sitting amidst the ruins on the Capitoline Hill at Rome, first conceived the idea of writing
...| When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
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| Wed 5 Jul 2023 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
| Wed 12 Jul 2023 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
| Wed 19 Jul 2023 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
| Wed 26 Jul 2023 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
| Wed 2 Aug 2023 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
| Wed 9 Aug 2023 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom |
If there isn't a class to suit you, please join the waiting list.
History Course: The Ottoman Renaissance, 1413-1575
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<p>Join us for a fascinating exploration of the artistic and cultural traditions of the Ottoman
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| Sat 15 Jul 2023 | 9:30am - 4:30pm (UTC+10:00) | Face-to-face (venue TBA) - Face-to-face (venue TBA) |
If there isn't a class to suit you, please join the waiting list.
History Course: Roman North Africa
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<p>North Africa was one of Rome’s richest provinces, and today, some of the most impressive Roman ruins
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| Sat 26 Aug 2023 | 10am - 3pm (UTC+10:00) | Face-to-face (venue TBA) - Face-to-face (venue TBA) |
If there isn't a class to suit you, please join the waiting list.
History Course: Looting, Theft and the Illicit Trade in Antiquities
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<p>Join us for this history course and learn how armies, tomb robbers, terrorist organisations and some of the world’s most distinguished museums have
...| When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
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| Sat 28 Oct 2023 | 10am - 3pm (UTC+11:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom |
If there isn't a class to suit you, please join the waiting list.
History Course: Hadrian the Builder
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<p>Join us on a grand tour of the Roman Empire as we follow in the footsteps of Hadrian the builder.</p>
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| Sat 18 Nov 2023 | 10am - 3pm (UTC+11:00) | Face-to-face (venue TBA) - Face-to-face (venue TBA) |
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History Course: Topkapi Palace and the Harem of the Ottoman Empire, 1533-1659
History Course: 17-18th Century Ottoman and European Art and Fashion
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