Course overview
This course aims to promote understanding of the cultural, social and political history of Europe in crisis over the course of the twentieth century, with particular focus on the two world wars, the nature and impact of nationalism, and totalitarian ideologies.
- From Certainty To Uncertainty 1900-1920
- Ideas And Ideologies 1920-1939
- Total War And Its Aftermaths 1939-1989
Course learning outcomes
- Identify the main political, cultural, intellectual and social currents in twentieth century Europe
- Explain the relationship between the main political, cultural, intellectual and social currents and the nature and impact of war
- Locate and critically evaluate evidence from a range of primary and secondary sources
- Organise and synthesise information to formulate arguments about complex historical problems
- Apply a high level oral and written communication skills to addressing historical problems
Availability
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Class number 52698
Section FR01
Size 85
Available 83
Class number 52699
Section TU01
Size 30
Available 29
Class number 58654
Section TU02
Size 30
Available 29
Magill
Class number 52703
Section TU01
Size 30
Available 30
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