HIST 311 : Historiography

Surveys the development of the idea of history from classical to modern periods, including different historiographical schools, theories and philosophies of history, and the nature of history as an academic discipline.  Students will consider essential issues in reading, researching, and writing history and gain practice in their application.

Prerequisites

Junior or Senior standing, EU writing proficiency, and SSCI 225; or permission of the professor.

Corequisites

HIST 496 seminar or HIST 498 practicum.

Overview

Program

Credits

3