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HIST359: World Histories |
Students will be invited to explore changing visions of the nature and purpose of world history and its reception by other historians and the wider community. Topics examined will include changing visions of 'world' in ancient and modern writings, the connection between world history and predictions about the future, Euro-and Americocentrism, women and world history and the use of world history to draw attention to topical issues such as globalisation, global warming and threats to biodiversity.
| Credit Points: | 4 |
| Contact Hours: | 2 |
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D2 - Day; Offered in the second half-year
X2 - External study; Offered in the second half-year
(On Campus session: No session) |
| Staff Contact: |
Dr Hughes-Warrington |
| Prerequisites: |
HIST112 or 4cp at 200 level in history or 40cp
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| Unit Designations: |
Social Science
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| Offered By: |
Department of Modern History |
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