Welcome to the HistoryExtra Academy Vikings course
In this four-week short course, you'll discover everything you need to know about the Viking period, guided by Ryan Lavelle, Professor in Early Medieval History at the University of Winchester.
We've worked with Professor Lavelle to compile a host of podcasts, articles, quizzes and more that you can enjoy in your own time, including four video lectures by Professor Lavelle, each exploring a specific area of Viking history.
Simply scroll down the page to get started.
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Course syllabus
Week One: Viking RaidsÂ
Week Two: Trading and ExploringÂ
Week Three: Everyday LifeÂ
Week Four: Viking KingdomsÂ
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About the expert
Ryan Lavelle is Professor in Early Medieval History at the University of Winchester, specialising in Anglo-Saxon and early medieval military and political history. His books include Alfred’s Wars: Sources and Interpretations of Anglo-Saxon Warfare in the Viking Age (Woodbridge: Boydell, 2010). He also served as historical consultant for the hit BBC series The Last Kingdom.