HSY1050

Asian Civilisations: the Cycle of Empires (6 points)

(ARTS)

Leader: Alison Tokita or Bruce Jacobs

Offered:
Clayton First semester 2003 (Day)
Clayton First semester 2004 (Day)

Synopsis: A broad overview of Asian history from antiquity to the dawn of European maritime exploration in the sixteenth century. Topics studied include the Indus Valley civilisation; Hinduism and the caste system; traditional political thought; the rise of great empires in India, China and Southeast Asia; Mahayana Buddhism; the Japanese samurai; and Genghis Khan and the Mongols.

Assessment: Written (2000 words): 60% + Examinations (2 hours): 30% + Class participation/oral presentation: 10%

Contact Hours: 2 lectures and 1 tutorial per week