European Empires: An Introduction, 1400–1522

Posted 5 years 4 months ago by The University of Newcastle Australia

Study Method : Online
Duration : 3 weeks
Subject : History
Overview
Gain insights into the major events and people that shaped Europe’s first modern colonial empires
Course Description

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.

Requirements

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

Career Path
  • 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.