ATS3394 Decolonisation: Past and present

When you finish this unit, you should be able to:

1. 1

   Discuss major theories of decolonisation, and the various interpretations informing historical and contemporary analysis of decolonisation;

2. 2

   Explain the ongoing legacies of colonialism, including contemporary decolonisation movements, and the significance of decolonisation in world history;

3. 3

   Critically analyse a variety of texts, including contemporary documents, polemical literature and historical scholarship;

4. 4

   Conduct independent historical research using a range of primary and secondary sources and applying appropriate theoretical concepts;

5. 5

   Communicate ideas related to the weekly readings and to your research projects orally and in writing.