Module Specifications..
Current Academic Year 2023 - 2024
Please note that this information is subject to change.
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Description Early Modern Europeans witnessed and experienced a series of massive paradigm shifts that transformed elements of their lives. They lived through the Renaissance, the Reformations of religion, an era of global exploration and conquest, and the development of nation states, all of which marked a fundamental shift from the medieval period. And yet in other ways we see deep continuity with the past. Looking at European history in this period allows us to ask questions about the nature of “Europe” and “Europeanness,” early moves towards globalization, and both change and continuity in religious, cultural, social, and political realms. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Identify and explain the major social, political, and cultural changes that took place in early modern Europe. 2. Evaluate the impact of European culture and conquest on the wider world. 3. Engage critically with a wide range of historical sources, primary and secondary. 4. Access and critically evaluate electronic sources. 5. Research and write an essay presenting an argument based in the historical literature and making use of readings and research. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
Lecture Topics may includeprint culture, exploration, conquest and colonization, Humanism, the Renaissance, religious reform, everyday life, the inquisition, religious violence, the 30 Years War. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Other Resources 64176, Loop, 0, Key readings will be provided on Loop as will an extensive reading list of materials available in the library., | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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