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SA533 Elder history before 1870

Code
SA533

Title
Elder history before 1870

ECTS Credits
15.00

Language of Instruction
Norwegian

Semester
Autumn

Contents

The course in World History will examine the major political, social, economic and cultural development from the Middle Ages to ca. 1870. The study should enable students to understand the ways in which the western past has contributed to the shaping of the contemporary world. The emphasis will concern around events which brought to dramatic change

In Norwegian history the content offers an understanding of the major processes of change which have shaped a modern Norwegian society through exploitation of natural resources. The theme provides an overview of Norwegian economic development, including advances within the traditional sectors of agriculture, fishing, forestry and shipping

Course Requirements

None

Reading List

Litterature in Norwegian