East European Systems since 1740

The course offers an introduction to the most important changes in politics and society in Eastern Europe. The emphasis will be on explaining the changes by focusing on differences and similarities between the various countries.

Knowledge – the student shall:
- have knowledge of the most important changes in politics and community life in Eastern Europe after 1740 and the possible explanations for these changes.
- have knowledge of the difference and similarities of these different eastern European states.
Skills - the student shall demonstrate the ability to:
- treat one of the themes which was discussed in instruction in an independent empirical analytical manner which fulfills the requirements for scientific writing.
- be able to orally discuss and reflect over one’s own written work and the themes which were taken up during teaching.

Lectures/group discussions. Supervision of term paper. The language of instruction is English.

If less than 6 students attend the course the two first weeeks of teaching, the course will be given as an individual study course with supervision. Please contact the departement for further information. Whether or not the course is offered also depends on the Departments available resources.