Hadrian's Rome

Learning outcomes

After studying this course, you should be able to:

  • demonstrate a critical understanding of a range of types of evidence for Hadrianic Rome, including literary sources, inscriptions, coins and buildings
  • describe the impact Hadrian had upon the appearance of the city of Rome
  • compare and contrast different interpretations of the Pantheon and other Hadrianic monuments
  • discuss how the wider Roman empire was visible in the art and architecture of Hadrianic Rome
  • evaluate the significance of commemoration after death to emperors, and how this was linked to divine rights to rule.