Introduction to Pharaonic Egypt: Mind and Memory of an Ancient Civilization

The course aims to offer the useful tools for an approach to pharaonic history and culture (iconography, material culture, written sources, religion). During the lessons, some detailed studies will be offered to let the student acquire the basic tools for the study of ancient Egypt. These skills will contribute to the training of students in a wider context of historical disciplines, with a specific focus on the theme of cultural memory and the transmission of semantic elements of the pharaonic civilisation. Thanks to the investigative work, the student will be able to verify the complexity of the pharaonic culture. The achievement of this target will contribute to the maturation of scientific skills in the historical fields.

1.Knowledge and understanding: basic knowledge and understanding of pharaonic Egypt. Knowledge and understanding of ancient civilisation, and the dynamics of transmission of semantic themes of the pharaonic civilisation within cultural memory.
2.Ability to apply knowledge and understanding: Development of the critical attitude to the ancient materials and their analysis.
3.Making judgments: Ability to critically analyse issues related to Pharaonic Egypt.
4.Communication skills: Ability to present critically (in English) a topic touched upon during the course and related to pharaonic Egypt using appropriate terminology.
5.Learning skills: Ability to critically access bibliography, both texts and online sources, to expand knowledge.