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AHIX3201 - Women and Gender in the Ancient World

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Project description

This unit is a study of sexuality and gender in the Egyptian, Near Eastern and Ancient Mediterranean worlds, but with special emphasis on Ancient Greek and Roman society. It also looks at the convergence of classical traditions and Judaeo-Christian thought in late antique Rome. The unit draws upon the contributions of women's history and feminist scholarship to the study of antiquity, paying particular attention to the role of historiography in understanding past worlds.

Year 2022

Location Australia

Organization Macquarie University

Project aims

Project outcome

1. Acquire and demonstrate knowledge of the evidence relating to the life experiences of women and concepts of gender in the ancient world. 2. Evaluate ancient source material and modern interpretations of that material at an advanced level. 3. Formulate arguments, express ideas and respond to the views of staff and peers in both oral and written form at an advanced level. 4. Appreciate historiographical theories and how historical information (in the broadest sense) may be extracted from ancient texts and archaeological remains.