The Modern Greek World (1453 - Present Day) - GREK3506

 
Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
 
 
School:  School of Languages and Linguistics
 
 
Course Outline: School of Languages and Linguistic Course Outlines
 
 
Campus: Kensington Campus
 
 
Career: Undergraduate
 
 
Units of Credit: 6
 
 
EFTSL: 0.12500 (more info)
 
 
Indicative Contact Hours per Week: 3
 
 
Enrolment Requirements:
 
 
Prerequisite: 36 units of credit
 
 
Equivalent: HIST2203
 
 
Fee Band: 1 (more info)
 
 
Further Information: See Class Timetable
 
 

Description


Examines the contemporary culture of Greece and Cyprus within its historical context. Considers the meaning of events such as the fall of the Byzantine Empire in 1453, the effects of western rule and Ottoman domination, the influence of the European Renaissance and Enlightenment, the movement for independence, the Asia Minor catastrophe, the Nazi and Fascist occupation and the military dictatorship of 1967-74.

Note: This course is compulsory for students who wish to major in Modern Greek. Taught in English.


Learning Outcomes


On completing this course, students should:
  • Understand the forces that have shaped the development of contemporary culture of Greece and Cyprus
  • Have an understanding of social, ethical and cultural context
  • Demonstrate critical thinking and analysis through recommended reading and essay writing
  • Gain a more complex and less stereotypically based awareness of the modern Greek society.

Assessment


  • Essay 1 (1600-1800 words) - 30%
  • Essay 2 (1600-1800 words) - 30%
  • Participation - 15%
  • End of session test - 25%