CONTEMPORARY HISTORY I

Course objectives

The course aims to provide knowledge and understanding of the methodological, critical and applicable aspects of the Discipline; it proposes geographical areas and sectorial perspectives in which related projects are activated; it shows the variability of fields of interest; it enables the student to master the specific topics in order to use them and apply them in other fields of study while using the correct specific language. With the acquired knowledge the student will be able to develop autonomous ability of connections with other disciplines in the various historical epochs and cultural contexts.

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PAOLO ACANFORA Lecturers' profile

Program - Frequency - Exams

Course program
Knowledge of the main events of the History of XIX and XX centuries; reference to topics and issues analyzed in a long perspective capable of articulating the chronological historical account. Elementary references to the recent historiography and methodology of the historical research.
Prerequisites
There is no specific required prerequisite.
Frequency
Attending the course is strongly recommended
Exam mode
The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of the main issues of Contemporary History, arguing and thinking critically on the main topics of the political, social, and cultural history of the XIX and XX centuries. The evaluation is from 18 to 30. If less than 18, it is not sufficient.
Lesson mode
The exam consists of an interview with the commission on topics related to the course program and the indicated bibliography.
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EMANUELE BETTA Lecturers' profile
  • Lesson code1022728
  • Academic year2025/2026
  • CourseHistory, Anthropology, Religions
  • CurriculumStoria medievale e Paleografia
  • Year1st year
  • Semester2nd semester
  • SSDM-STO/04
  • CFU12
  • Subject areaStoria moderna e contemporanea