“For the courageous, nothing is unattainable” (Plutarch. Alex. 58.1). Alexander the Great was arguably the most successful individual that ever lived, he changed the course of world history and brought about a new political and cultural order that still forms the foundation of modern society. This 14-day travel tour will attempt to follow in some of the footsteps of Alexander the Great to visit some of the major sites and places where Alexander’s life took place. During the tour we will also critically analyse arguments that surround controversies about Alexander’s ethnicity, personality and deeds. This tour is for people who are interested in visiting sites to further understand the critical examination of history.

“Non est ad astra millis e terries via” – There is no easy way from the earth to the stars. When Alexander set out to see the world he changed the course of world history and brought about a new political and cultural order. This course will narrate Alexander’s life and critically analyse the argument that surround controversies about Alexander’s ethnicity, personality and deeds. This course is for people who are interested in critical examination of history and it will require some reading or listening to audio books and watching documentaries and films to be able to actively and lively participate in discussion or class debate