HIST 2013 Africa & World to 1885

This survey course provides students with an historical framework for interpreting of African societies and their relations with the World from prehistoric times to 1885. The course introduces students to broad historical processes such as the evolution of humans in Africa and their migration out of Africa; the rise of Ancient Egypt and its place in the ancient world; the trans-Saharan and Indian Ocean trades; and the trans-Atlantic Slave Trade. It ends with the European exploration of Africa, the 19th century “scramble” for African territories, and the partition of Africa that was initiated by the Berlin Conference of 1884-85. Prerequisite(s): Students must complete 15 Credits of UCC area 1-3 before registering for Area 6.
Credits: 3.0