Admission requirements
This course is accessible for students in the HAC track.
Description
This course is offered in the form of a literature seminar surveying the current discourse on the history of Southeast Asia. A variety of approaches is covered by discussing authoritative texts concerning the pre-modern, colonial and post-colonial periods. Particular attention is given to the historiography of nation-building in Indonesia. Students take turns in briefly introducing the texts in class and choose a specific topic for individual research resulting in an essay of about 6,000 words.
Course objectives
Participants will gain a thorough understanding of the current discourse on history in Southeast Asia and are trained in critically examining key texts. Both oral and written presentations are required.
Timetable
See time tables Asian Studies.
Mode of instruction
Seminar
Assessment method
Performance in class (1/3)
Final essay (2/3)
Blackboard
Yes.
Reading list
Reading assignments will be announced at the first meeting.
Registration
Registration via uSis is obligatory.
Remarks
Further information can be obtained from the lecturers: Dr. J.Thomas Lindblad and Prof.dr. David Henley.