Queens and Warriors: Women Who changed the World, Part 1

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Course code: S29H

From Queen Nefertiti’s Egypt to Joan of Arc’s France, history has been shaped by powerful women who defied expectations and ruled their worlds. This course explores the lives of remarkable figures like Eleonora de Toledo and others who led with courage, intellect, and strength.

when

From 24 Feb 2025 to 31 Mar 2025
Mon 13:00-15:00

6 weeks

Date
24 Feb 2025
Time
13:00 to 15:00
Date
03 Mar 2025
Time
13:00 to 15:00
Date
10 Mar 2025
Time
13:00 to 15:00
Date
17 Mar 2025
Time
13:00 to 15:00
Date
24 Mar 2025
Time
13:00 to 15:00
Date
31 Mar 2025
Time
13:00 to 15:00

with Siena Dexter

where

Stoke Lodge 

Stoke Lodge Centre, Shirehampton Road
Stoke Bishop
Bristol
BS9 1BN


fees

full fee for this course: £96.00, concession fee: £58.00.

who

Bristol Adult Learning

stokelodge@bristol.gov.uk

0117 903 8844

Description

<p><span style="font-size:14px"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">From Queen Nefertiti’s Egypt to Joan of Arc’s France, history has been shaped by powerful women who defied expectations and ruled their worlds. This course explores the lives of remarkable figures like Eleonora de Toledo and others who led with courage, intellect, and strength.</span></span></span></p>

What can students expect?

<p><span style="font-size:14px"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">What drove these women to break barriers and wield influence in a male-dominated world? We’ll examine their stories, achievements, and legacies, revealing how their leadership and resilience left lasting marks on history. Through historical analysis and fascinating narratives, discover the true impact of these women who changed the course of empires, cultures, and societies.</span></span></span></p>

Late starters allowed?

<p><span style="font-size:14px">Yes</span></p>

Previous experience required?

<p><span style="font-size:14px">No</span></p>

What is the progression route?

<p><span style="font-size:14px"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">I run various courses at the centre which connect anthropology with history for a holistic understanding of historical events and how they shaped our society today. </span></span></span></p>

Are there any extra costs?

<p><span style="font-size:14px">No</span></p>

Work set between sessions?

<p><span style="font-size:14px">No</span></p>

Teaching method/style?

<p><span style="font-size:14px"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="background-color:white"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Informal lecture</span></span></span><span style="background-color:white"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">, primary source analysis, group discussion and debate</span></span></span></span></p>

Refunds and cancellations

<p><span style="font-size:14px"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">If we have to cancel your course your fees will be refunded in full. We are unable to reimburse the cost of materials you may have bought for the course.</span></span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:14px"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">If you cancel your course booking a week (7 days) or more before the start date we will refund your fees minus an admin charge of 20%.</span></span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:14px"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">If you cancel with less than a week (7 days) before the start date or after the course has started, we will not be able to refund your fees.</span></span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:14px"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Transfers will incur a fee of 10% and must be requested 7 days or more before the start of a course unless you are transferring to another course because your original course was cancelled.</span></span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:14px"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">We are not able to offer refunds due to sickness or ill health.</span></span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:14px"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">If you are due a refund you must contact the office within 3 months of the course to arrange payment as we do not keep card details.</span></span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:14px"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">When attending an online course, it is a learner’s responsibility to ensure they have adequate internet access before the start of a course. Refunds will not be given for technical failure of a learner’s home computer or their internet access.</span></span></span></span></p>