A Classical Education in
Florence & London
Our Courses in Italy
Interdisciplinary Short Courses that trace ideas from Antiquity through Renaissance Florence and into the present day, with a focus on the Classical Tradition.
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Explore Latin, Classics, History, Art, Philosophy, and Renaissance Culture through immersive, interdisciplinary short courses in Florence. Hands-on activities, language learning, and close engagement with textual and visual sources are central to our courses, offering insights into the history-making process and strengthening research skills in inspiring Florentine settings. As standard, our courses integrate lesser-known sources, particularly those authored by women, enabling students to engage with both canonical and overlooked voices of the past.
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Register your interest: Courses are currently held biannually in-person and occasionally, offered fully online. To receive updates when applications open, please join our MOON Letter or complete the 2026 Waitlist form. ​​​
Courses in Florence
Classics Abroad in Florence:
Unlock the Secrets of Classical Antiquity
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Our signature one-week summer course devoted to classical antiquity and the city of Florence. Not only does Florence have its own ancient history dating back to the Etruscans, it is also the birthplace of the Renaissance i.e. the "rebirth" of classical antiquity. This fun and engaging course combines specialist seminars with site visits and first-hand experiences, related to the transmission of classical texts and ideas through the history, literature, art, religion and science of Florence. With a strong focus on interactive pedagogy and primary sources from antiquity up to the Renaissance, you will strengthen your independent research skills, discover understudied aspects of antiquity and gain a rare insight into the history-making process, whilst immersing yourself in the joys of Florentine life.
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Individuals: £950 | View Course Page | Join the Waitlist​​
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To arrange a private group booking, please contact info@forte-academy.co.uk with your preferred class size, date and duration.
Previous Courses
Women Latinists in Florence​​
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A pioneering summer course in Florence designed to hone our students' Latin reading skills and expand their knowledge of Latin texts written by women throughout history. In 2022 and 2023, this two-week course was organised thematically around "spaces of literary production": including convents, cemeteries, gardens, the laboratory and many more. The course included 5-6 hours of interactive daily seminars delivered by experts in the field, practical workshops, language drop-ins, creative activities, outings to sites of special importance and a Cultural Programme of optional evening events for students to explore during their free time.
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From 2024, Women Latinists seminars are available on a Workshop basis.
To arrange a private group booking, please contact info@forte-academy.co.uk with your preferred class size, date and duration. ​​
