HI2300:04
*NOTE* Asia Encounters Europe
Townsville
Inadmissable Subject Combination: HI3300
26 lectures, 26 tutorials. First semester.
A historical survey of the interactions between the various peoples of Asia and Europe, the processes by which these interactions came about and their diverse outcomes. Topics covered include: colonialism; political and economic life; cultural influences and exchanges; and race and collective identities.
Learning Objectives:
- develop an acquaintance with the richness and diversity of cultural expressions which have contributed to the creation of the contemporary world;
- gain a familiarity with the debates surrounding issues in cross-cultural histories;
- develop research and writing skills.
Assessment by tutorial attendance, participation and assignments (40%); major essay (30%); final examination (30%).