The Eastern Question

Pre-requisites: For history students – passed exam in „General history of the 19th century“. Students from other depts. at the University of Philosophy – general knowledge of modern history.

Course objectives: To introduce students to the key phenomena in modern history of the Balkans; practical work based on applying the historiographic method; developing critical thinking in students using concrete historical material; enabling students to conduct independent scientific work.

Course description: The Eastern question will be studied through its characteristics; examined by the role of all powers involved in Balkan countries. With each specific example, we will research the question of the influence of various factors: geostrategy, economy, ideology, the role of individuals, collective psychology, etc. The practical component of this class will be in the framework of seminar workshops. This class will be tailored to suit the needs and interests of the students. Essays and oral presentations will be decided upon in concordance with student's doctoral theses.

Learning Outcomes: Gaining in-depth knowledge about the modern world, which will enable students to produce quality doctoral theses and introduce them to a wide array of careers – from academia to scientific institutions to government administration to media to working in NGOs.