VT: Law, Crime, and Society in the Ancient World

Overview

Subject area

HIST

Catalog Number

286

Course Title

VT: Law, Crime, and Society in the Ancient World

Department(s)

Description

Exploration of trials and other legal case studies in Greece, Rome, the Near East, and other premodern societies. Some topics may include trials related to treason (such as the case of Socrates); corruption (e.g., Julius Caesar); prostitution and sex work; murder; theft; enslavement and manumission; citizenship and immigration; and libel. May be repeated for credit if the topic is different.

Typically Offered

Fall, Spring

Academic Career

Undergraduate

Liberal Arts

Yes

Credits

Minimum Units

3

Maximum Units

3

Academic Progress Units

3

Repeat For Credit

Yes

Total Completions Allowed

99

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

3

Course Schedule