European History Specialization
The M.A. Specialization in European History focuses on the development of European society, culture, and institutions—from its origins to the present. Students in this specialization take a look at the medieval and modern periods; they examine not only Europe’s historical role, but also its continuing economic, political, and global influence throughout the European Union.
Emphasis in European Courses include:
- German Nationalism and State Formation
- Modern German History
- Russian and Soviet History
- Central and Eastern European History
- British National and Imperial History
- Irish History
- Classical and Medieval European History
- Reformation and Renaissance History
Research Examples for the European History Specialization
- The Holocaust and the Third Reich: Legal and Moral Considerations
- Ireland and Scotland in Shaping Modern British History
- The Reformation and the Longue Durée Cultural Impact
- Communism and Popular Culture
- Christianity in European History
- World War One: The Military and Diplomatic History
- Ideology and Intellectualism