What you will learn:

Learn how the Iron Age developed across Europe and other parts of the known world. 

Depending on the region, the period known as the Iron Age started between 1200 and 600 BCE. In some areas, it didn’t begin and end until the start of the Common Era. It was an age that witnessed immense progress but also cultural decline. It triggered a time of war, constant migration, but also settlements of large populations. It was a fascinating period of great contradictions.

This course is an introduction to how the Iron Age developed across Europe and other parts of the known world. The main emphasis of the course is on south-east Europe, where the Iron Age is believed to have begun, and central Europe and Britain, which saw the tribal formation of the people we most associate with the Iron Age – the Celts. However, in an effort to give you a more rounded, global picture of this era, you will also be introduced to ironworking and its use in other regions, including India, China, and parts of Africa.

The Introduction to the Iron Age Course begins with an explanation of why the Iron Age is so-called and gives you a context for the various developments that took place during this period. We look at the influence the development of iron had on the sudden deterioration of major civilisations and examine the effect of iron on the world in general.

We explore how iron was developed and used around the world, and look at other advances that happened alongside it. We examine ironworking in places as far apart as Africa and India, but also in the Near East - the region where it likely all began.

Most of us equate the Iron Age with the Celts. We take a look at this group of people but also the various ethnic groups that grew to dominate the East Mediterranean area, including the Hittites, Philistines, Phoenicians, and the Persians.

Two great art movements developed during this period - the Mediterranean art movement, which developed out of the post-Greek Dark Ages, and Celtic artwork, which was typical of the Iron Age in central and northern Europe. We examine the different styles and objects created during this time. We also take a look at the structures that most typically represented the architecture of Britain and Central Europe during the Iron Age. These include roundhouses and hillforts, but also encompass brochs and wheelhouses - buildings unique to Northern Scotland.

The Iron Age saw innovations and developments in farming and food production. We’ll explore the types of foods the Iron Age communities were eating, and how they expanded on these. We’ll also look at the various new tools that were developed, such as the ard and the potter’s wheel, which had a significant influence on farming methods and, by association, standards of living.

We’ll observe what daily life in the Celtic society of Iron Age Britain looked like - the various chores to be completed, how society was defined, the clothing that was worn and how it was made, how leisure time was spent and the music that was played.

Noted for being an era of great violence, you’ll be guided through the array of weapons that were developed and used on the battlefield, as well as the use of horses in war and the development of cavalry warfare.

While little is truly known about the spiritual practices and beliefs of the Iron Age people, we consider the evidence that does exist and what it tells us about primarily Celtic and north-east European spirituality.

The course concludes with a look at three specific ‘endings’ of the Iron Age – that of the beginning of historiography, the arrival of the Romans to British shores, and the rise of the Viking Age in Scandinavia.

By the end of this course, you will:

• Understand what is meant by the Iron Age
• Know where it is believed to have started and how it developed
• Be aware of the different time periods and regions in which the Iron Age occurred
• Know who the main peoples of the Iron Age were
• Have a deeper knowledge of the kind of building structures that were built in Europe and Britain during this time
• Know the major art movements of the Iron Age
• Be aware of the developments and innovations that occurred in agriculture
• Comprehend how the Iron Age influenced war
• Be familiar with how people lived in Iron Age Britain
• Have an understanding of the religious beliefs of the time
• Know the three events that are often associated with the end of the Iron Age

Who would benefit from our Introduction to the Iron Age Online Certificate Course?

The Iron Age is a rich and vast period of time that covers multiple civilisations and cultures and there is always room to learn more about the various occurrences, people, art and social movements that happened in the Iron Age’s thousand-plus years.

This course is designed as an introduction to the Iron Age - providing you with a fundamental understanding of how the world was at that time and how people lived during this era.

You’ll discover the various innovations and advances that took place in the Iron Age and how these impacted major civilisations - from new agricultural techniques to advances in war. We also look at the art created at the time, the structures built, the beliefs held, and how each area defined their unique culture.

Introduction to the Iron Age Online Certificate Course – Requirements

This course is designed for people with little or no prior experience. The course is delivered 100 percent online 24/7 and only takes a few hours of study to complete.

To successfully complete this course, a student must:

• Have access to the internet and the necessary technical skills to navigate the online learning resources
• Have access to any mobile device with internet connectivity (laptop, desktop, tablet)
• Be a self-directed learner
• Possess sound language and literacy skills

Quick Course Facts:

1. Course content is structured for easy comprehension
2. Approximately 150 hours of study is needed to complete the course
3. Registered students gain unrestricted lifetime access to your online course
4. All course material is available online 24/7 and can be accessed using any device
5. Study your course online from anywhere in your own time at your own pace
6. All students who complete the course will be awarded with a certificate of completion that is applicable worldwide

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Introduction to the Iron Age Online Certificate Course Outline

Module 1: Defining the Iron Age

• Introduction
• When was the Iron Age?
• From Copper to Bronze to Iron
• The Bronze Age Collapse
• The Effect of the Iron Age on the World

Module 2: The Iron Age Around the World

• Iron Age Beginning in the Hittite Kingdom
• The Greek Dark Age
• The Iron Age in Central Europe and Britain
• The Germanic Iron Age and the Iron Age in Egypt
• The Iron Age in Sub-Saharan Africa
• The Iron Age in Ancient India
• The Iron Age in China

Module 3: The People of the Iron Age

• The Sea Peoples
• The Persian Empire
• The Celts of Europe

Module 4: Iron Age Art

• Differences between Greeks and Celts
• The Advancement of European Art During the Iron Age
• Celtic Art in the Iron Age

Module 5: Iron Age Architecture

• The Architecture of the Celtic People
• Iron Age Architecture in Scotland
• Iron Age Architecture Outside Britain

Module 6: Farming and Food

• Evolution in Farming
• Iron Age Deforestation, New Crops and Food Storage
• Types of Tools Developed in the Iron Age

Module 7: Iron Age Society

• How People Lived
• Crafts and Trading
• Leisure Time

Module 8: Technology and Warfare

• Warfare in the Iron Age
• Use of Horses in Warfare
• Development of Iron Weapons
• Female Warriors

Module 9: Iron Age Religion and Beliefs

• Similarities in Religious Belief
• Celtic Religion of Britain
• The Shamans of Siberia
• The Bog Bodies of Europe

Module 10: The End of the Iron Age

• The Beginning of Historiography
• The Rise of the Romans and the End of the Iron Age
• The End of the Germanic Iron Age
• The End of the Iron Age in Other Areas Around the World
• Conclusion

Recognition & Accreditation

Upon successful completion of this course and achieving a passing score for the assessment, you will be issued with an international continuing education credit (CEU) certificate.

This Certificate is applicable worldwide, which demonstrates your commitment to learning new skills. You can share the certificate with your friends, relatives, co-workers, and potential employers. Also, include it in your resume/CV, professional social media profiles and job applications.

Module 1: Defining the Iron Age

• Introduction
• When was the Iron Age?
• From Copper to Bronze to Iron
• The Bronze Age Collapse
• The Effect of the Iron Age on the World

Module 2: The Iron Age Around the World

• Iron Age Beginning in the Hittite Kingdom
• The Greek Dark Age
• The Iron Age in Central Europe and Britain
• The Germanic Iron Age and the Iron Age in Egypt
• The Iron Age in Sub-Saharan Africa
• The Iron Age in Ancient India
• The Iron Age in China

Module 3: The People of the Iron Age

• The Sea Peoples
• The Persian Empire
• The Celts of Europe

Module 4: Iron Age Art

• Differences between Greeks and Celts
• The Advancement of European Art During the Iron Age
• Celtic Art in the Iron Age

Module 5: Iron Age Architecture

• The Architecture of the Celtic People
• Iron Age Architecture in Scotland
• Iron Age Architecture Outside Britain

Module 6: Farming and Food

• Evolution in Farming
• Iron Age Deforestation, New Crops and Food Storage
• Types of Tools Developed in the Iron Age

Module 7: Iron Age Society

• How People Lived
• Crafts and Trading
• Leisure Time

Module 8: Technology and Warfare

• Warfare in the Iron Age
• Use of Horses in Warfare
• Development of Iron Weapons
• Female Warriors

Module 9: Iron Age Religion and Beliefs

• Similarities in Religious Belief
• Celtic Religion of Britain
• The Shamans of Siberia
• The Bog Bodies of Europe

Module 10: The End of the Iron Age

• The Beginning of Historiography
• The Rise of the Romans and the End of the Iron Age
• The End of the Germanic Iron Age
• The End of the Iron Age in Other Areas Around the World
• Conclusion

Entry requirements

Students must have basic literacy and numeracy skills.

Minimum education

Open entry. Previous schooling and academic achievements are not required for entry into this course.

Computer requirements

Students will need access to a computer and the internet.

Minimum specifications for the computer are:

Windows:

Microsoft Windows XP, or laterModern and up to date Browser (Internet Explorer 8 or later, Firefox, Chrome, Safari)

MAC/iOS

OSX/iOS 6 or laterModern and up to date Browser (Firefox, Chrome, Safari)

All systems

Internet bandwidth of 1Mb or fasterFlash player or a browser with HTML5 video capabilities(Currently Internet Explorer 9, Firefox, Chrome, Safari)

Students will also need access the following applications:

Adobe Acrobat Reader

Entry requirements:

Students must have basic literacy and numeracy skills.

Minimum education:

Open entry. Previous schooling and academic achievements are not required for entry into this course.

Device requirements:

Students will need access to a computer/any device and the internet.

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