Modules

Ancient Sources (Written Evidence) Ancient Medicine (CLA1307)

15 credits

In this module, you will be introduced to the medical practices and practitioners of the Greek and Roman worlds, ranging from the fifth century BC to the second century AD. As well as examining the medical texts themselves, you will also examine literary and non-literary sources of medical content. You will work through key topics such as ancient medicine before Hippocrates, the Hippocratic Corpus, and the work, impact and influence of Galen. You will be encouraged to engage with the texts to understand and appreciate the diverse range of medical art. You will consider the extent to which the social and cultural environment of Greece and Rome impact the role of the healer and vice versa.