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"The tutors were incredible, all bursting with information and energy. To us they were seen more as friends than teachers and this is what made the group so cohesive... To me it was worth every single penny, actually a lot more."
AMH - Summer '09
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This course is bundles of fun, but is also deeply educational. The subjects covered over the six weeks are far reaching; History, Theology, Classics, Philosophy, Engineering, Economics, Politics and even a spot of Maths! After this course you’ll be able to discuss the implications of important events in European history, debate the merits of Michelangelo versus those of Bernini and spot a Caravaggio at 20 paces! Being able to spot a Caravaggio at 20 paces may not be something that will specifically aid you in your future career or degree, but the skills, processes and knowledge required to do so will help you in a general academic sense as well as in careers such as Law, Finance, Advertising, Architecture, Journalism and many more.
The grand tourist of the 18th and 19th century travelled to Europe to learn how to run an Empire. The modern grand tourist should travel to develop a cultivated, analytical mind, creating European affinities while observing traditions, history and politics of other countries.
But not everything in life needs a practical application. The pursuit of Beauty is enough too. It is the fuel of leisure and food for the soul. It encourages us to allow time to think, even to create. There are others far better to describe this ideal, Keats no less. ''Beauty is truth, truth beauty, - That is all Ye know on earth, and all Ye need to know."
