Imperialism and the Making of the Modern World

Education facts

Code: 4KP400

This course deals with imperial dominance and resistance and their role in the making of the modern world. You will be introduced to causes and consequences of modern imperialism and colonialism from the 15th century until the present, with particular attention to the period from the mid-18th century until the end of the first World War. The course has a special focus on theories of imperialism and questions of inequality, violence, borderlands, gender, race and cilivisation. Course coordinator: Preedee Hongsaton

Entry requirements

General entry requirements for studies at the second level and 90 credits in the humanities or social sciences (including an independent project of at least 15 credits). English 6 or the equivalent

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Imperialism and the Making of the Modern World

  Linnaeus University (Kalmar Växjö)

  VÄXJÖ

  Start date: 31 August 2026

  End date: 8 November 2026

  Pace of study: 50 %