Central and Eastern European Studies: Central Europe since the Fall of the Berlin Wall

<p>How does a society change when an entire political system is replaced by something new? In this course, you explore Central Europe’s development after the fall of communism and see how three decades of transformation have shaped the region’s politics, culture, and identity.</p><p>In this course, you explore how Poland, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Hungary have changed since the fall of communism. You get a clear overview of the political and cultural developments that have shaped Central Europe after the end of the Iron Curtain, and you see how these changes continue to influence the region today. </p><p>You also delve into topics such as national and ethnic identities, democratisation, and the transition to a market economy. The course examines Central Europe’s role as a possible bridge between East and West - and between North and South. A dedicated part focuses on how these countries became members of the EU and how they have developed within the union. </p><p>By comparing the countries and studying shared trends, you gain a deeper understanding of both the similarities and differences in their development. The course gives you tools to analyse and discuss political and societal change in Central Europe, both historically and in the present day.</p>