The History of Scandinavia from Pre-history to modern times

Education facts

Code: HI1480

<p>This course offers an introduction to the history and development of Scandinavian societies. The point of departure will be ancient times and early medieval Scandinavian societies. During the course we will also study the period of Swedish and Danish absolutism, early parliamentarism, industrialism and ideological changes and we will also problematize the emergence of modern welfare states in Sweden and Scandinavia.</p>

Entry requirements

General entrance requirements

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.

• The History of Scandinavia from Pre-history to modern times

  University of Gothenburg

  Start date: 2 September 2024

  End date: 19 January 2025

  Pace of study: 50 %