Admission requirements
N.A.
Description
History, in the sense of the representation of the past, is a crucial element of human culture in general, but carries a particular significance in Korea. Historical narratives have been and are highly relevant to many social and political debates. An awareness of this helps to understand both past and present of Korea and facilitates communication between historians of Korea from different national backgrounds. In this seminar we explore the many forms of the social process that historiography is in it essence, paying attention to the work of professional historians, but also to the contributions to the creation of historical narratives of non-professionals: novelists, film-makers, poets, painters, regional associations, lineages, religious communities etc. We will also be concerned with the interactions between these different representations of the past. Students will present the results of their explorations in oral presentations, a discussion paper to be presented during an international intensive course for graduate students held in Leiden in October, and in a research essay. Participation in this intensive course will also involve attending a two-day workshop on “History as a Social Process”.
Course objectives
The aim is to achieve a deeper understanding of Korean historiography, by uncovering the social processes that lurk behind the creation of historical narratives. The seminar will also offer opportunities to reflect on the theory of history, to hone analytical skills and improve oral presentation and writing.
Time table
For more information, check timetable
Mode of instruction
Seminar
Assessment method
Active participation in class, including
oral presentations (35%),
discussion paper (25%) and
research essay (40%)
Blackboard
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Reading list
To be announced
Registration
Via uSis
Contact information
Please contact Prof. Dr. B.C.A. Walraven
Remarks
Course load
2 hours a week for 12 weeks,
40 hours intensive course and workshop,
220 hours preparation for classes and writing of discussion paper and essay.