Introduction to Ancient Egypt
Do you live in Egypt and have you always wondered about all the pharaonic heritage surrounding you? This spring NVIC organizes a beginner’s level, introductory course in Egyptology. In 6 richly illustrated lessons, the history of ancient Egypt will be brought to life, both chronologically as well as thematically. The development of ancient Egyptian art and architecture will be traced, but attention will also be paid to topics like the origin of writing, daily life, and funerary rituals. Moreover, some of the most recent discoveries in the field will be discussed. Apart from classroom instruction, an excursion to the Egyptian Museum at Tahrir Square as well as an excursion to Saqqara will allow to bring theory into practice.
Practical information
This course will be offered in Spring 2025 (12-30 May). It consists of six 2-hour lectures and two excursions as follows:
Class schedule:
6 classes of 2 hours, Monday & Wednesday 18.00-20.00h
- Monday 12 May: The Predynastic and Early Dynastic Period
- Wednesday 14 May: The Old Kingdom
- Monday 19 May: The Middle Kingdom
- Wednesday 21 May: The New Kingdom (1)
- Monday 26 May: The New Kingdom (2)
- Wednesday 28 May: The Late Period and Graeco-Roman Period
Excursions
- Friday 23 May: Morning excursion to the Egyptian Museum at Tahrir
- Friday 30 May: Full day excursion to Saqqara
*Dates may be subject to change
Costs
A minimum of 5 (and a maximum of 15) participants is required for this course.
- 5-9 participants: € 280 p.p.
- 10-15 participants: € 240 p.p.
Prices include course materials and excursions (transportation to Saqqara + entrance tickets Saqqara and Egyptian Museum)
To register please submit this google form.
For more info, please email m.j.c.de.meyer@nvic.leidenuniv.nl
Deadline for registration is 6 May 2025
Instructor
Dr. Marleen De Meyer
- NVIC Director
- Co-director of the Dayr al-Barsha Archaeological Project