Module #1 Introduction to Ancient Egyptian Archaeology Overview of the course, introduction to ancient Egyptian history and culture, and the importance of archaeology in understanding ancient civilizations
Module #2 The Development of Egyptian Archaeology History of archaeological exploration in Egypt, key figures and their contributions, and the evolution of archaeological methods and techniques
Module #3 The Pre-Dynastic Period (c. 5500 - 3100 BCE) The rise of ancient Egyptian civilization, cultural and social developments, and key archaeological sites such as Naqada and Hierakonpolis
Module #4 The Early Dynastic Period (c. 3100 - 2613 BCE) The unification of Upper and Lower Egypt, the development of hieroglyphic writing, and key archaeological sites such as Saqqara and Abydos
Module #5 The Old Kingdom (c. 2613 - 2181 BCE) The pyramid age, the rise of the powerful pharaohs, and key archaeological sites such as Giza, Dahshur, and Abusir
Module #6 The Great Pyramids of Giza In-depth examination of the construction, architecture, and significance of the Great Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure
Module #7 The First Intermediate Period (c. 2181 - 1991 BCE) The decline of the Old Kingdom, the rise of regionalism, and key archaeological sites such as Herakleopolis and Thebes
Module #8 The Middle Kingdom (c. 1991 - 1650 BCE) The reunification of Egypt, the rise of Thebes, and key archaeological sites such as Lisht and Wah-Sut
Module #9 The Second Intermediate Period (c. 1650 - 1550 BCE) The Hyksos invasion, the rise of the Hyksos capital Avaris, and key archaeological sites such as Tanis and Memphis
Module #10 The New Kingdom (c. 1550 - 1069 BCE) The golden age of ancient Egypt, the rise of the pharaohs of the 18th dynasty, and key archaeological sites such as Amarna and Thebes
Module #11 The Valley of the Kings In-depth examination of the construction, architecture, and significance of the royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings
Module #12 The Amarna Period (c. 1352 - 1332 BCE) The revolution of Akhenaten, the rise of monotheism, and key archaeological sites such as Amarna and Akhetaten
Module #13 The Ramesside Period (c. 1292 - 1069 BCE) The rise of the pharaohs of the 19th and 20th dynasties, the battles with the Hittites, and key archaeological sites such as Pi-Ramesses and Tanis
Module #14 The Third Intermediate Period (c. 1069 - 664 BCE) The decline of the New Kingdom, the rise of Libyan and Nubian influences, and key archaeological sites such as Tanis and Memphis
Module #15 The Late Period (c. 664 - 332 BCE) The rise of the Saite dynasty, the Persian conquest, and key archaeological sites such as Saqqara and Abusir
Module #16 The Ptolemaic Period (c. 332 - 30 BCE) The Greek conquest, the rise of Alexandria, and key archaeological sites such as Alexandria and Fayoum
Module #17 The Roman Period (c. 30 BCE - 395 CE) The Roman conquest, the rise of Christianity, and key archaeological sites such as Luxor and Antinoupolis
Module #18 Egyptian Architecture and Building Techniques In-depth examination of ancient Egyptian architectural styles, building materials, and construction techniques
Module #19 Egyptian Art and Iconography In-depth examination of ancient Egyptian art styles, symbolisms, and iconographies
Module #20 Mummification and Funeral Practices The development of mummification, funerary rituals, and the significance of the afterlife in ancient Egyptian culture
Module #21 Daily Life in Ancient Egypt The social, economic, and cultural life of ancient Egyptians, including their daily routines, food, and clothes
Module #22 Women in Ancient Egypt The role of women in ancient Egyptian society, their legal rights, and their participation in religious and economic life
Module #23 Trade and Economy in Ancient Egypt The economy of ancient Egypt, trade relations with other civilizations, and the significance of the Nile River
Module #24 Science and Medicine in Ancient Egypt The development of science, medicine, and technology in ancient Egypt, including their achievements and limitations
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in The Archaeology of Ancient Egypt career
