Learning outcomes

To learn how to carry out a research question in history and to master the tools and working methods specific to the discipline. To develop specialist knowledge in areas of the historical discipline and to understand the issues of the discipline. Acquire a strong capacity to analyse information, to synthesise and to write.

Goals

Deepen knowledge of the modern period

Content

The course will focus on the Southern Netherlands (Belgium) from the 16th to the 18th century. It will deal more particularly with cultural, social and economic aspects. For the part of F. Delleaux: Revolts, revolutions in Europe and North America in the modern era (16th-18th century). For the part of I. Parmentier: History of the environment, with a field visit to the Haugimont forest estate.

Assessment method

Oral or written examination. For F. Delleaux's course: questions on the course and on documents (written).

Sources, references and any support material

The recommended readings vary each year according to the topics covered. For F. Delleaux's course: readings will be recommended during the sessions.

Language of instruction

Anglais
Training Study programme Block Credits Mandatory
Bachelier en histoire Standard 0 3
Bachelier en histoire Standard 3 3