Who is this course for?
No previous experience in the subject is necessary and the course is open to anyone with an interest in the subject area.
What will I be studying?
The Certificate is divided into three termly units taught via remote delivery.
Unit 1: Reformation, Revolution and Regicide: Britain 1603-1714
The long seventeenth century witnessed such iconic events as the Civil War and Revolution and the execution of Charles I. Between the 'Glorious Revolution' of 1688 and 1714 it witnessed the final settlement of many of the issues which had divided Crown and Parliament. This course will investigate this exciting period, a period which saw the creation of modern Britain.
Unit 2: Fascism in Europe 1918 - 1945
This course will concentrate on discussing those characteristics common to most overtly Fascist or National Socialist movements in Europe between 1919 and 1945. We will examine the origins of Fascism in the chaotic aftermath of the First World War and attempt an overview of the essential characteristics of the principle movements. We will also explore collaboration during World War II – from Finland to North Africa, from Spain to India. Why did individuals and countries choose to fight with or alongside Nazi Germany? Finally, we will close with a discussion of the state of neo-fascist and neo-Nazi movements in Europe since 1945 and the legacies which Fascism may have bequeathed to the modern world.
Unit 3: The making of America and the Native Americans
This course gives a broad chronological and geographical introduction to Native American history. The unit explores issues such as conflict, diplomacy, governmental relations, and the state of Native Americans in present day America. By focusing on several discrete events and native groups the course offers an insight into the make-up of native community and society and tracks the trials and tribulations that native people have undergone.
What can I go on to do?
The Institute offers a number of award bearing and short courses in the study of medieval England, and archaeology. For further information about the courses we offer please visit the Archaeology and History subject pages of our website.
Credit awarded by the Institute can also be transferred into the degree programmes of other higher education providers. However, the amount of credit which can be transferred into degree programmes varies from institution to institution and is always at the discretion of the receiving institution.
