Study of Austria from its emergence as a medieval European power to the Second Republic with emphasis on its supranational history and the Habsburg dynasty. 3 cr. hrs. Study of the major political, social, economic, and cultural forces since the Revolution of 1789 with emphasis on the intellectual ideas and governmental issues shaping modern France. 3 cr. hrs. Study of political, social, economic, and cultural developments from the coming of Christianity to the continuing crisis in Northern Ireland.
Special emphasis is given to the struggle for independence.
3-6 cr. hrs. 3 cr. hrs. This course introduces students to the history of Japan since 1500. Emphasis on the political, social, intellectual, and cultural developments of Japan from the period of the three great unifiers in the 16th century through its quest to be a world power in the first half of the 20th century. Also included is an assessment of Japan's place in the world today and contemporary culture.