After completing the course the student knows the historical key phenomena of Northern Europe and is able to describe in general terms the historical change of the area.
Contents
The course provides the basic information on history of Northern Europe from prehistoric times to the present day. It also serves as an introduction to the history and culture of Finland.
Modes of study
Option
1
Available for:
Degree Programme Students
Other Students
Open University Students
Doctoral Students
Exchange Students
Participation in course work
5 ECTS
In
English
Option
2
Available for:
Degree Programme Students
Other Students
Open University Students
Doctoral Students
Exchange Students
Written exam
5 ECTS
In
English
Study materials
Please choose three of the following:
Jutikkala, Eino & Pirinen, Kauko, A History of Finland (sixth, revised ed., 2003).
Kirby, David, A Concise History of Finland (2006).
Kirby, David & Hinkkanen, Merja-Liisa, The Baltic and the North Seas (2000).
Lavery, Jason, The History of Finland (2006).
Palmer, Alan, Northern Shores. A History of the Baltic Sea and its Peoples (2005).