European Empires: An Introduction, 1400–1522

Learn about European empires and Europe’s history of expansion

It’s the encounters that occurred beyond European borders that shaped Europe itself.

You will become familiar with the origins and nature of European interactions with the lands and people beyond its borders. This includes investigating the discovery of a westward route to the Americas and the building of states, nations and empires.

This online course will focus on primary sources and introduce you to some of the key events, issues and themes of European history that still resonate today.

This course is for anyone looking to improve their knowledge of European history or their historical skills.

This course is for anyone looking to improve their knowledge of European history or their historical skills.

• Identify the main themes of Europe's encounters and interactions with the wider world.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the complexities of European empires through discussion and debate.
• Evaluate relevant primary and secondary sources in European imperial history.