Course
Course 7.5 credits • SASH39
What made Rome so powerful? How did an empire that started in one city grow to rule vast parts of the world? In this course, you’ll explore the Roman Empire – where power, culture, and ideas helped shape history.
In this course you will study how the Roman Empire was built and how it existed for so long. You will explore the city of Rome, its different provinces and the surrounding areas, in order to understand what everyday life looked like in various parts of the empire. This will enable you to compare life inside and outside of the Roman capital. You’ll also reflect on what it meant to be Roman, why so many large and impressive buildings were constructed, and what set the Roman Empire apart from other major empires, such as China and Parthia. In addition to this you also learn how the Roman economy and society worked.
Teaching includes lectures, discussions, and analysis of historical sources. You’ll practice thinking critically and asking your own questions about history.
Study period:
autumn semester 2026
Type of studies:
part time, 50 %,
day
Study period:
2026-08-31 – 2026-10-30
Language of instruction:
English
Eligibility:
General requirements for university studies in Sweden
Application code:
LU-E1009
Application code:
LU-30009
- The schedule will be published 2026-06-18.
- Library Guide Archaeology and ancient history
First Admission Round
Internationell ansökan
Autumn semester 2026
Late application
Possibly opens March 31
Second Admission Round
Nationell ansökningsomgång
Autumn semester 2026
Application opens 16 March
15April 2026