HIST 510: Approaches to Modern World History

HIST 510-001: Approaches Modern Wrld History
(Spring 2015)

07:20 PM to 10:00 PM R

Research Hall 201

Section Information for Spring 2015

This course will examine various approaches to the study of world history. We will read texts that exemplify trends in world history and we will discuss their authors’ methodologies, sources, theoretical underpinnings, and ways of defining the world. Readings will include theoretical work and case studies, as well as books aimed at scholarly and popular audiences.​

Course Information from the University Catalog

Credits: 3

Introduces historical study of world beyond Europe and United States. Students read major theoretical works and case studies of particular regions. Examines imperialism, national identity, and various forms of popular resistance; familiarizes students with range of scholarly approaches, including world systems theory and subaltern studies. May not be repeated for credit.
Recommended Prerequisite: Admission to graduate program in history.
Registration Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.

Enrollment is limited to Graduate, Non-Degree or Undergraduate level students.

Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll.

Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.

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