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SC01 Introduction to Greek Art and Architecture

This module offers an introductory survey of the development and major artistic and artistic achievements of Greek architecture, sculpture and painting from the Greek Bronze Age to the Hellenistic period. The module places art and architecture in its social, political and cultural context. It explores themes such as the representation of the human form, the use of narrative and mythology in art, urbanisation, and the development of architectural forms such as temples and theatres.

Lecturer: Dr Giorgos Papantoniou

Normal price €170
Concession Price €90.00

SC02 Introduction to Greek History

This course provides an introductory survey of the history of the Greek world, from the Greek Archaic age to the Hellenistic period. The main trends and issues of this period will be explored through major themes such as colonisation, imperialism, war, the Athenian invention of democracy, and the rise of Alexander.

Lecturer: Dr Shane Wallace

Normal price €170
Concession Price €90.00

SC03 Greek and Roman Mythology and Religion Part I

What is myth? How do myths deal with fundamental human concerns about who we are and the world we live in? This module is an introduction to the major myths of the classical world using the full range of primary source material: literary, artistic and archaeological. It explores the functions of myth within society and the various theories of myth. The key themes of the module will include creation myths in the wider context of Near Eastern mythology, the character of the Olympian gods, heroes and their monstrous opponents, divine-human relations, and the major mythic cycles of the Trojan war, and the Atreus and Theban sagas.

Lecturer: Dr Suzanne O’Neill

Normal price €85
Concession Price €60

SA01 Introduction to The History of Art 1

This module offers a survey of art up to the end of seventeenth century, with a focus primarily, although not exclusively, on the Western world. It provides an introduction to the critical analysis of artworks, including painting, mosaic, fine metalwork, manuscripts, and sculpture. The module considers such matters as the iconography of major religious and mythological subjects, issues of style, the functions of works of art, as well as the range of technical methods employed by artists. Art works are considered in the context of influential factors such as historical period, geographic location, inter-cultural influences and the prevailing social, political and religious environments.

Lecturers: Academic staff from the Department of Art and Architecture

Normal price €170
Concession Price €90.00

SA02 Introduction to the History of Architecture 1

This module offers a survey of architecture up to the end of seventeenth century, with a focus primarily, although not exclusively, on the Western world. It introduces the critical analysis of buildings and the spaces that they occupy considering issues of style, function and technical innovation. Architecture is considered in the context of influential factors such as historical period, geographic location, inter-cultural influences and the prevailing social, political and religious environments.

Lecturers: Academic staff from the department of History of Art and Architecture

Normal Price €85.00
Concession Price €60.00

SH01 Kingship and Warfare: Ireland, c.1000-1318

This module begins with the rise of Brian Ború from modest origins to become Ireland’s most famous high king—a spectacular career that ended in the iconic battle of Clontarf in 1014. We explore how Irish society and kingship changed in the aftermath of Clontarf as a result of interprovincial warfare and the changing role of the church. The second half of the module examines the causes and implications of the English (or Anglo-Norman) invasion of the late 1160s, perhaps the single most formative development in Irish secular affairs. We study the interaction of cultures in its aftermath and the Irish opposition to English rule that saw the emergence of England’s ongoing Irish problem through later centuries. The module closes with the most serious challenge to English power in medieval Ireland: the Scottish invasion (131518) led by Edward Bruce, brother of Robert Bruce king of Scots.

Lecturer: Seán Duffy

Normal Price €170.00
Concession Price €90.00

SH02 Religion and Society 1095 – 1517

At the beginning of the twelfth century western Christendom had a new optimism: a commercial and urban boom, new religious orders, new church buildings, the codification of religious law, a flourishing of religious art, a movement to “recover” the Holy Land. Between 1250 and 1500 war, plague and religious dissent had a profound impact on European life. This module offers a thematic survey of religious practices and the impact of religion on society more generally in the central and later medieval west, where everyday life was carried on to a soundtrack of church bells and sermons, but where the culture allowed for a surprising amount of diversity of belief and practice as well. Lectures and tutorials focus on the practice and impact of religion in medieval society, on social structures (such as family and community) and on relations with other cultures.

Lecturer: David Ditchburn

Normal Price €170.00
Concession Price €90.00

SH03 Early Christian Ireland c.400-1000

This module deals with what has traditionally been known as Ireland's "Golden Age". Having begun with a brief introduction to prehistoric Ireland, it covers in more detail the period from the arrival of Christianity in the fifth century to the eve of the first Viking attacks at the end of the eighth. The focus is wide-ranging, from early Irish politics and the emergence of a highkingship to St Patrick and the impact of Christianization, from Brehon law and the bonds of society to the study of landscape and settlement and early Irish farming, and from HibernoLatin and Gaelic literature to the visual art that culminated in the creation of the greatest masterpiece of the Golden Age, the Book of Kells.

Normal Price €85
Concession Price €60

S001 A World on the Move: Migration and Colonisation from Prehistory to Present

Human beings have always been on the move: sometimes by choice as colonisers, traders or travellers, and at other times by necessity, as migrants escaping difficult or dangerous circumstance or seeking better opportunities. Migration, the movement of people from one place to another, can be voluntary or forced, temporary or permanent, and may be driven by a complex range of factors including economic, social, political, or environmental considerations. Colonisation, on the other hand, refers to the acquisition of new lands and resources and is often accompanied by the subjugation of one group of people by another through military force. Conquests have been a common feature throughout human history and may be motivated by the desire to acquire new territory, wealth, power or resources, or in the pursuit of religious or ideological goals, sometimes leading to forced migration to new lands.

This series of sixteen lectures (eight in each term) will explore the history of human migration from prehistory to the present-day global migration crisis and will examine the social, economic, cultural, religious and political factors that have driven migration. Lectures will cover a wide range of topics including why people migrate, the impact of migration on societies, customs and cultures, the effects of physical changes to the urban and rural landscapes as well as the challenges faced by both migrant and host communities.

Lectures will be given by experts in their field from the School of Histories and Humanities and will give a unique, long-term perspective on one of the most important issues of our times.

Full Course - Normal Price €180 - Concession Price €100
One Term Only - Normal Price €100 - Concession Price €60

S002 Introduction to Irish Family History

Family History isn’t just about the past: learning about our origins allows people to get down to the granular details of our ancestors’ lives. It enables people to construct their own family narrative and their personal identity. This lecture-only module is taught through a series of eight lectures per term over two terms by Fiona Fitzsimons & Brian Donovan of the Irish Family History Centre (Eneclann). The course covers a broad sweep of Irish history (1650s to 1950s), and is deeply rooted in the sources. The focus is on the records generated by churches, central and local government, enterprises, families and individuals; exploring what section of the Irish population is documented in these records, and how to interpret the evidence. Where record collections were destroyed, do any collateral records survive that contain relevant information? The fee includes free access to the largest Irish collection online, www.Findmypast.ie as well as free access to EPIC and the Irish Family History Centre in CHQ. It will also provide support for all participants to construct a simple family history portfolio over sixteen weeks, including creating a family profile; research to collect documentary evidence; building a family tree; and writing a simple report.

Full Course - Normal Price €275 - Concession Price €150
One Term Only - Normal Price €150 - Concession Price €90

SO03 Irish Family History: Intermediate Level

Building on the theoretical foundations of the first year, we begin to move into experiential learning with the option of project work in term 2. We explore the Irish diaspora in all its aspects (military, mercantile, civilian, political and criminal exiles and convicts, adventurers, orphans) anywhere they went, and where sources survive, in Irish and overseas archives. In term two we will turn a spotlight on demographic groups that are more challenging to trace: finding women in the sources; researching Irish Travellers before 1950; and children in care 1840s to 1952. There will be a continuing emphasis on the appropriate methodology to use in family and social history, for a successful research outcome. 18 Please note: This is a lecture-only course and does not include access to computers on campus. Participants must have access to their own computers at home for follow up clinics and research.

Full Course - Normal Price €275 - Concession Price €150
One Term Only - Normal Price €150 - Concession Price €90