History - Ancient Rome: The Marvels of Roman Architecture and Engineering

Course intent

We’ll study the countless examples of the Romans skills in architecture , engineering and town planning throughout their empire.

What will I learn?

We shall investigate: Roman building techniques adopted from the Greek world. New building techniques used by the Romans, their invention, development, and use of concrete, and of all forms of the arch. The design and building methods of some key buildings such as the Colosseum and Pantheon, which survived completely intact for nearly 2,000 years.

Also their skills in water engineering – their construction and use of aqueducts. The impact of Roman buildings on daily life and on the architecture of subsequent centuries.

Who is this course for? Is there anything I need to know before joining?

This lecture is suitable for everyone.

As our courses are taught in English, please contact us if you have any concerns about your level of English.

What do I need to bring to the first class? Will there be any extra costs?

We recommend bringing paper and pen so you can make notes.

What can I do when I finish the course?

We offer a wide range of courses on aspects of history, as well as other Humanities subjects that may be of interest to further your knowledge.

You can also benefit from our special offer of 3 lectures for £45 when booking at the same time. Please note this offer can only be redeemed over the phone or in a centre, not when enrolling online.

Additional Information

We welcome learners with additional needs and disabilities. When you enrol, please let us know if you would like to discuss your extra support needs with a member of the Supported Learning Team who will then contact you as soon as possible. If you are enrolling within 10 days of the course start date, we may not be able to contact you before your first class.

We value and support equality, diversity and inclusion by promoting fairness and respect at all times.

How to enrol

Our courses are for adult learners aged 19 or over. If you are under 19, please call 0300 200 1044.

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