Module #1 Introduction to the Hellenistic World Overview of the Hellenistic period, key events, and major players
Module #2 The Life and Legacy of Alexander the Great Biography of Alexander, his conquests, and the impact of his death on the ancient world
Module #3 The Wars of the Successors The struggles for power among Alexanders generals and the formation of the Hellenistic kingdoms
Module #4 The Rise of the Ptolemaic Kingdom The Ptolemaic dynasty in Egypt, its capital Alexandria, and its cultural achievements
Module #5 The Seleucid Empire The vast territories of the Seleucid Empire, its capitals, and its decline
Module #6 The Macedonian Kingdom and the Antipatrid Dynasty The history of Macedon after Alexander, including the Antipatrid dynasty and its conflicts
Module #7 The Hellenistic City-State The evolution of the city-state in the Hellenistic period, including government, economy, and culture
Module #8 Hellenistic Culture:Philosophy and Science The major philosophical schools of the Hellenistic period, including Stoicism and Epicureanism, and scientific advancements
Module #9 Hellenistic Art and Architecture Characteristics of Hellenistic art and architecture, including sculpture, pottery, and monumental buildings
Module #10 Religion and Mythology in the Hellenistic World The role of traditional Greek mythology, the rise of mystery cults, and the influence of foreign religions
Module #11 The Hellenistic Economy:Trade, coinage, and Industry The economic systems of the Hellenistic kingdoms, including trade networks, coinage, and industrial production
Module #12 Women in the Hellenistic World The lives and roles of women in Hellenistic society, including queens, priestesses, and ordinary women
Module #13 Slavery in the Hellenistic World The institution of slavery, including its economic and social significance, and the lives of enslaved people
Module #14 The Hellenistic World and the Romans The growing influence of Rome, conflicts and alliances between Hellenistic kingdoms and Rome
Module #15 The Eastern Mediterranean:Seleucid decline and the Rise of the Parthians The decline of the Seleucid Empire and the rise of the Parthian Empire
Module #16 The Ptolemaic Kingdom and the Roman Empire The complex relationships between the Ptolemaic Kingdom and the Roman Empire, including conflicts and alliances
Module #17 Cultural Exchange and Hellenization The spread of Greek culture throughout the ancient world, including language, art, and architecture
Module #18 Decline and Legacy of the Hellenistic World The decline of the Hellenistic kingdoms, the rise of new powers, and the lasting impact of Hellenistic culture on Western civilization
Module #19 Hellenistic Sources:Literature and Historiography The literary and historiographical sources for the Hellenistic period, including Polybius and Diodorus Siculus
Module #20 Archaeology and the Hellenistic World The role of archaeology in reconstructing the Hellenistic world, including key sites and discoveries
Module #21 Daily Life in the Hellenistic World Aspects of everyday life in the Hellenistic world, including food, clothing, and leisure activities
Module #22 Hellenistic Education and Intellectual Life Education, intellectual pursuits, and the role of the gymnasium in Hellenistic society
Module #23 Law and Justice in the Hellenistic World The legal systems of the Hellenistic kingdoms, including laws, courts, and punishments
Module #24 The Hellenistic World and the Bible The intersection of the Hellenistic world and biblical history, including the impact of Hellenization on Jewish culture
Module #25 The Legacy of the Hellenistic World in Art and Literature The influence of Hellenistic culture on Western art and literature, from the Renaissance to modern times
Module #26 The Hellenistic World in Modern Perspective The relevance of the Hellenistic world to modern society, including its impact on politics, culture, and identity
Module #27 Research Methods in Hellenistic Studies Approaches to researching the Hellenistic world, including primary and secondary sources, and academic debates
Module #28 Case Studies in Hellenistic History In-depth examinations of specific events, figures, or themes in Hellenistic history
Module #29 Interdisciplinary Approaches to the Hellenistic World The application of interdisciplinary approaches, including anthropology, sociology, and economics, to the study of the Hellenistic world
Module #30 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in The Hellenistic World: History and Culture career
