Stephen Philippou

Education

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  Birkbeck, University of London

  2013 - 2014

  Certificate of Higher education Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics

  An introductory course that covered a wide range of historical periods and themes. The course teaches the student a variety of approaches, skills and historical methods taking the necessary steps to prepare for a bachelor’s degree. The aim was to study the past through both texts and objects such as ancient pottery to medieval manuscripts. Fieldwork at an archaeological site was included for students as an introduction to the skeletal and dental anatomy, followed by the opportunity to handle… Show more An introductory course that covered a wide range of historical periods and themes. The course teaches the student a variety of approaches, skills and historical methods taking the necessary steps to prepare for a bachelor’s degree. The aim was to study the past through both texts and objects such as ancient pottery to medieval manuscripts. Fieldwork at an archaeological site was included for students as an introduction to the skeletal and dental anatomy, followed by the opportunity to handle skeletal material to determine more in-depth work on pathology, demography and epidemiology of skeletal populations, and to apply what we learned about anatomy and osteology. Show less

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  Birkbeck, University of London

  2015 - 2018

  Bachelor of Arts - BA Classical and Ancient Studies 2:1

  Activities and Societies: Birkbeck History Society Birkbeck Archaeological Society The course covered a wide range of subjects that explored the culture and history of Greek and Roman societies. Modules included critically analyzing the social-political structure of these societies, as well as analyzing other aspects such as literature, language and philosophy. I pursued Attic Greek at an intermediate level to translate ancient source material. Students were encouraged to engage in debates during seminars and present power point presentations to develop understanding and… Show more The course covered a wide range of subjects that explored the culture and history of Greek and Roman societies. Modules included critically analyzing the social-political structure of these societies, as well as analyzing other aspects such as literature, language and philosophy. I pursued Attic Greek at an intermediate level to translate ancient source material. Students were encouraged to engage in debates during seminars and present power point presentations to develop understanding and critical skills. We were encouraged to assess ancient source material to question accepted histories so that we develop the ability to construct and present convincing arguments. Show less