Anglo-American University in Prague Elizabeth I of England: Her Reign, Her Kingdom, Her World
| Course Name | Elizabeth I of England: Her Reign, Her Kingdom, Her World |
| Course Code | HIS330 / HIS530 |
| Description | This course offers an intensive and wide-ranging introduction to the life and times of the iconic Queen Elizabeth of England (1533-1603). The course is divided into three major, complementary, blocs: first, a narrative exploration of her reign; second, a set of discussions on the character of England during the reign of Elizabeth, including considerations of gender, culture and religion; a final block situates Elizabeth and England in a global context, focusing on how England related to other territories in the British Isles and continental Europe, as well as the role played by England in the 鈥榙iscovery鈥� and colonisation of America. Through a blend of lectures, seminar discussions, individual student presentations and independent essay work, the course repays dedication and diligence with a comprehensive set of insights into a compelling historical figure and the world she inhabited. |
| Learning Outcomes | Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: 鈥� Highly developed skills in the communication of complex historical ideas; 鈥� Awareness of the various problems associated with the writing of Tudor history; 鈥� Competence in the interpretation of primary sources; 鈥� Critical appreciation of the interplay between powerful and charismatic historical individuals such as Elizabeth I and the structural conditions that necessarily helped shape and limit their actions and personalities; 鈥� Deep understanding of early modern England, including internal characteristics and external challenges; 鈥� Critical appreciation of Elizabeth I as a monarch and a personality, including the strengths and weaknesses of her ruling style; 鈥� Familiarity with key problems of interest to historians of the Elizabethan era, including gender, politics, war and religion. |
| School | School of Humanities & Social Sciences |
| Level | Bachelor / Master |
| Number of credits (US / ECTS) | 3 US / 6 ECTS |
| Prerequisites | HIS103 / HIS600 |