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Instructors: Univ.-Prof. Dr. Rainer Emig
Event type:
Lecture
Displayed in timetable as:
05.874.314
Hours per week:
2
Language of instruction:
Englisch
Min. | Max. participants:
- | -
Requirements / organisational issues:
The lecture will discuss Britain's role in the world in connection with its self-perception. Notions of an "island nation" will be contrasted with the realities of globalisation that started in prehistoric times. Britain's self-definition in connection with its constitutive elements England, Scotland, Ireland, and Wales will be an issue - as will be what happened to Britain once it began to expand into colonies and eventually an Empire. Lastly, Britain in the age of contemporary globalisation will be examined, including the effects of devolution and Brexit.
Compulsory attendance:
There is no compulsory attendance, but regular participation and/or consultation of the course materials is highly recommended - especially for students doing the short exam at the end of the lecture series.
Contents:
Britain's self-perception and role in the world - from the beginnings to the present
Recommended reading list:
Ashley Jackson (2013): The British Empire: A Very Short Introduction. Oxford: Oxford University Press. Ebook.
Digital teaching:
The lecture will be held live, but the Powerpoint slides and an audio recording of the lectures will be provided on LMS.
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