Course - Modern History after ca 1750 - HIST1500
HIST1500 - Modern History after ca 1750
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: School exam
Grade: Letter grades
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School exam | 100/100 | 6 hours | E |
Course content
This course provides students with detailed overview of the important social, economic and political processes within Norwegian and International history from ca 1750 up to the 21st century. An important goal is to emphasise the linkage between Norwegian, European and global histories, as well as to highlight the different perspectives in the historiography. The course starts with the Enlightenment and the major upheavals in the 18th century, and explores other key themes like the industrial revolution, nationalism in Europe, European expansion and imperialism. Other important themes are the great wars, genocide and human catastrophes of the first half of the 20th century, the political and economic developments in the inter-war years, the Cold War, and trans-national projects (like the European integration), decolonisation, the liberation of women, developments in the Middle East, and economic and cultural globalisation. Above all, the course will highlight the ways in which international trends and events influence developments in Norway.
Learning outcome
A candidate who passes this course is expected to have the following learning outcome according to the course curriculum, defined as knowledge and skills:
Knowledge
The candidate:
- has broad knowledge in important political, economical and social history in the period after ca. 1750.
- is familiar with different perspectives used by historians to explain fundamental historical themes in the period.
- has general knowledge about the inter-connections between Norwegian, European and global history.
Skills
The candidate:
- is able to explain important historical developments in the period after ca. 1750.
- is able to carry through a source analysis that complies with the requirements of academic writing.
- is able to discuss historical issues and to draw independent conclusions.
General competence
The candidate:
- is able to engage in discussions and has insights into relevant ethical and historical considerations and is therefore able to analyse a case from different points of view. Critical thinking is central here.
- is able to convey key issues such as historical insight and theory through experience with handling large amounts of information, and is able to present findings both in writing and verbally, or through other revelant modes of expression.
- is able to plan and execute assignments over time.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures, obligatory group seminars, and obligatory written term paper. Obligatory group seminars, required attendance 80 % (8 of 10 seminars). The course is taught in Norwegian.
Compulsory assignments
- Assignment
- Group seminar
Further on evaluation
Written examination over 6 hours. To sit the exam, all compulsory assignments must be approved in the same semester.
Recommended previous knowledge
None
Required previous knowledge
None
Course materials
See curriculum published at the start of the semester and other materials (reading lists and other relevant information) published on Blackboard
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| HIST1250 | 15.0 | AUTUMN 2017 | |
| HIST1150 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2017 | |
| HIST1550 | 15.0 | AUTUMN 2017 |
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Version: 1
Credits:
22.5 SP
Study level: Foundation courses, level I
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2025
Language of instruction: -
Location: Trondheim
- History
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Modern History and Society
Examination
Examination arrangement: School exam
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD School exam 100/100 E INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates - Spring ORD School exam 100/100 E INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"