HIS 101 — Western Civilization: From Antiquity to 1715
/3 contact hours A basic survey and introduction to the heritage of Western society from the birth of Near Eastern civilization to European early–modern times. Particular attention is given to the ancient civilizations of ancient Greece and Rome. Medieval civilization is explored with a focus on the institutions it bequeathed to the modern world. The Renaissance and Reformation and the rise of the great nation–states are studied from social, cultural, political and economic perspectives. This course content covers Western Civilization to 1715. The course also introduces students to historical research methods. Prerequisite(s): None Core fulfilled: II