Ancient Rome Courses and Certifications

Ancient Rome Study Guide

Comprehensive exploration of Ancient Rome, covering its founding, politics, rulers, culture, art, and decline. Engaging video lessons make complex historical topics accessible and enjoyable.

• Study.com
• 11 hours 36 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

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Exploring Jordan - Ancient Rome's Eastern Frontier - Traveling Ancient Rome with Darius Arya

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Journey through Jordan's Roman heritage, exploring ancient cities, desert forts, and stunning landscapes. Discover well-preserved ruins in Jerash, visit a Crusader castle, and experience the otherworldly beauty of Wadi Rum.

• YouTube
• 40 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Founding of Rome and the Beginnings of Urbanism in Italy - Roman Architecture

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Explore Roman architecture's evolution from Iron Age to late Republic, covering temple design, city planning, and innovative building techniques that shaped ancient Rome's urban landscape.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Changing Landscape of Ancient Rome. Archaeology and History of the Palatine Hill

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Explore the evolution of Rome's urban landscape from prehistoric settlements to imperial capital. Discover archaeological methods, key historical periods, and iconic monuments that shaped the Eternal City's rich cultural heritage.

• Coursera
• 8 hours 27 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Rome and a Villa - Hadrian's Pantheon and Tivoli Retreat

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Explore Hadrian's architectural legacy in Rome, from the innovative Pantheon to his sprawling villa at Tivoli, showcasing the emperor's vision and influence on Roman design.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 13 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Rome Redux: The Tetrarchic Renaissance - Roman Architecture

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Explore Rome's architectural revival under Diocletian's Tetrarchy, from monumental baths to imperial palaces, reflecting renewed stability and power in the late Roman Empire.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Civic Life Interrupted: Pompeii's Architecture and Fate on August 24, A.D. 79

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Explore Pompeii's ancient architecture and daily life, from public buildings to bakeries, culminating in a poignant account of the city's fate during Vesuvius' eruption in 79 AD.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 12 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Notorious Nero and His Amazing Architectural Legacy - Roman Architecture

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Explore Julio-Claudian emperors' architectural legacy, from Tiberius' Villa Jovis to Nero's innovative Domus Aurea, showcasing evolving Roman building techniques and the shift towards emphasizing interior spaces.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Roman Way of Life and Death at Ostia - The Port of Rome

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Explore ancient Ostia's architecture, from public spaces to residential buildings, revealing Roman life through exposed brick designs, mosaics, and evolving housing styles at Rome's bustling port city.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

From Brick to Marble: Augustus Assembles Rome

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Explore Augustus' transformation of Rome from brick to marble, examining architectural innovations, political symbolism, and cultural influences that shaped the city's imperial grandeur.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Technology and Revolution in Roman Architecture

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Explore the revolutionary impact of concrete on Roman architecture, from practical applications to expressive designs, transforming mountains and creating innovative structures.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 11 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Gilding the Lily - Painting Palaces and Villas in First Century A.D. Rome

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Explore the evolution of Roman wall painting styles, from the Third Style's flat elegance to the Fourth Style's eclectic fusion, in elite villas and imperial palaces of the first century A.D.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Civic Architecture in Rome under Trajan - The Mother of All Forums

Explore Trajan's ambitious architectural projects in Rome, including his baths, forum, markets, and the iconic Column of Trajan, reflecting the empire's expansion and grandeur.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 12 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Tasting History with Max Miller

The Roman Colosseum: What It Was Like to Attend the Games

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Explore the spectacle of ancient Roman gladiatorial games at the Colosseum, from seating arrangements to entertainment, providing insights into this iconic historical venue's atmosphere and significance.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Tasting History with Max Miller

The Deadly Job of Royal Food Taster

Explore the dangerous role of royal food tasters throughout history, examining their duties, risks, and historical significance in protecting monarchs from poisoning attempts.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video