Ancient Egypt Courses

Introduction to Ancient Egypt and Its Civilization

8 reviews

Explore Ancient Egypt's fascinating culture, from colossal pyramids to mysterious mummies. Discover its rich history, powerful pharaohs, enigmatic hieroglyphs, and enduring influence on world civilizations.

• Coursera
• 8 hours 19 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Wonders of Ancient Egypt

5 reviews

Join Dr. David Silverman, Professor of Egyptology at Penn, Curator in Charge of the Egyptian Section of the Penn Museum, and curator of the Tutankhamun exhibitions on a guided tour of the mysteries and wonders of this ancient land.

• Coursera
• 9 hours 52 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Art and life in ancient Egypt

29 ratings at OpenLearn

Around 1350 BC, the Egyptian grain accountant Nebamun commissioned the walls of his tomb-chapel to be painted with scenes depicting his afterlife, and the world in which he lived. Nebamun worked in...

• OpenLearn
• 30 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Certificate

Secrets of Ancient Egypt - History

1 review

Uncover ancient Egyptian mysteries, from mummification and pyramid construction to advanced technology and hidden messages in tombs. Explore the civilization's quest for eternal life and engineering marvels.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Wondrium

What Did King Tut's Tomb Teach Us - The Real Ancient Egypt

1 review

Explore ancient Egyptian tomb security, focusing on King Tut's discovery. Learn about protection measures, tomb robbers, and the significance of Tutankhamun's tomb for modern Egyptology.

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

Ancient Egypt: a history in six objects

605 ratings at Udemy

This course provides a general introduction to the history of ancient Egypt

• Udemy
• 3 hours 4 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

BLUE: a symposium exploring aspects of life in ancient Egypt

333 ratings at Udemy

Egypt seen through the theme of the colour blue. A selection of lectures presented in a symposium style.

• Udemy
• 2-3 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Ancient Egypt Study Guide

Comprehensive exploration of Ancient Egypt's culture, history, and society through engaging video lessons, covering geography, periods, social structure, interactions, architecture, art, religion, and rulers.

• Study.com
• 14 hours 24 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Wondrium

This Is How the Pyramids Were Built - Secrets of Ancient Egypt

Uncover the engineering marvels behind ancient Egypt's pyramids, exploring innovative construction techniques and the ingenuity of their builders in this fascinating exploration of archaeological mysteries.

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

Dave's Art History Classes

Art of Ancient Egypt

Explore ancient Egyptian art, from the Nile's influence to iconic works like the Great Pyramids and Tutankhamun's treasures. Discover key artistic developments and cultural significance.

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

Tom Rocks Maths

The Maths of Ancient Egypt - Numbers, Calendar and Geometry

Explore Ancient Egyptian mathematics: number systems, calendars, and architectural geometry. Discover hieroglyphs, binary multiplication, and surprising pyramid volume calculations in this on-location journey through Egypt's mathematical heritage.

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

Wrath of Math

The Bizarre Fractions of Ancient Egypt

Explore the unique mathematical system of ancient Egypt, focusing on unit fractions and their notation, calculation methods, and conversion using the greedy algorithm.

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

History of Ancient Egypt

398 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Chronologically survey the full 3,000 years of recorded ancient Egyptian history led by an Egyptologist and Senior Research Fellow at the C.W. Post Campus of Long Island University.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 1 day 10 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Great Pharaohs of Ancient Egypt

218 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Explore 30 centuries of ancient Egyptian history through the lives of its greatest pharaohs, from Narmer to Cleopatra, uncovering their accomplishments and lasting impact.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 6 hours 6 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

The Great Tours: A Guided Tour of Ancient Egypt

105 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Explore ancient Egypt's wonders through tombs, temples, and palaces. Discover pyramid construction, Egyptian cosmology, mystical rituals, and art treasures while learning about daily life and death in this fascinating civilization.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 11 hours 37 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available