Ptolemaeus Arabus et Latinus

The Ptolemaeus Arabus et Latinus program is a non-degree course at the Bavarian Academy of Sciences and Humanities, taught in English and lasting one year. It's for students interested in the works of Ptolemy and their impact on Arabic and Latin cultures.

This program focuses on the study of Ptolemy's works, including his astronomical and geographical texts. Students will develop skills in translating and interpreting historical texts, as well as analyzing the cultural context in which they were written.

Graduates of this program can pursue careers as Translators, working with historical texts, or as Cartographers, creating maps based on historical geographical data. They can also work as Astronomers, studying the history of astronomy, or as Cultural Consultants, helping to promote cross-cultural understanding.