Courses
History Courses
Explore the stories, events, and ideas that have shaped our world.
History courses at WEA Sydney explore key events, cultures, and ideas from ancient civilisations to modern Australia and global history. These courses encourage curiosity, critical thinking, and a deeper understanding of how the past continues to influence the present.
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Continuing Middle Egyptian
Continuing Middle Egyptian
<p>This course continues the study of Middle Egyptian, building on prior knowledge to deepen reading confidence and understanding. Participants further develop grammar, vocabulary and translation
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Continuing Middle Egyptian
<p>This course continues the study of Middle Egyptian, building on prior knowledge to deepen reading confidence and understanding. Participants further develop grammar, vocabulary and translation
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Iran from Ancient Times to Modern Theocracy
Iran from Ancient Times to Modern Theocracy
<p>Discover the long and complex story of Iran, from its ancient Persian origins to its modern geopolitical role. This course explores the key transformations that shaped the nation’s identity. We
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Iran from Ancient Times to Modern Theocracy
<p>Discover the long and complex story of Iran, from its ancient Persian origins to its modern geopolitical role. This course explores the key transformations that shaped the nation’s identity. We
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The Middle East: Diversity, Fault Lines and Conflict
The Middle East: Diversity, Fault Lines and Conflict
<p>The Middle East is extraordinarily diverse, yet that diversity has often been poorly managed by states and power structures, contributing to recurring instability and conflict. This course explores
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A Short History of Western Music: From Chant to Today
A Short History of Western Music: From Chant to Today
<p>Discover the rich evolution of Western music, from the early sounds of Gregorian chant to the diversity of modern composition. This course traces how musical forms, instruments and styles developed
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Sketching in the Botanic Gardens
Sketching in the Botanic Gardens
<p>Enjoy a gentle, creative walk through the Botanic Gardens while developing your sketching skills in a supportive group. This course introduces a range of materials and approaches, including pen and
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Empires of China and Rome: Legends and Legacy
Empires of China and Rome: Legends and Legacy
<p>The Chinese and Roman empires developed at opposite ends of Eurasia, yet each built long-lasting systems of power, culture and influence. This course compares these two great empires, tracing their
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Royal Women in History: Power, Marriage and Survival
Royal Women in History: Power, Marriage and Survival
<p>For centuries, royal women were married into powerful dynasties as part of political alliances. This course explores the human stories behind these arrangements, stories of survival, strategy and
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The Chip Wars: Microchips, Espionage and Global Power
The Chip Wars: Microchips, Espionage and Global Power
<p>Microchips sit at the heart of modern life. They power communication, transport, work, defence and food systems, yet their manufacture depends on fragile supply chains, specialised knowledge and a
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Modern China: From Declining Empire to Global Power
Modern China: From Declining Empire to Global Power
<p>This course surveys China’s transformation from late Qing reforms at the turn of the 20th century to its rise as a global power at the beginning of the 21st. It examines historical shifts,
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A Celebration of 400 Years of Women Artists
A Celebration of 400 Years of Women Artists
<p>In every century there have been outstanding women artists who have achieved a reputation that has tested time and sat well-earned, alongside their male colleagues. Often their life stories are
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