Year of Study:	1-4
Credit Units:	3
Duration:	45hours
Prerequisites:	GEN1000 Perspectives on General Education

This module aims to provide an overview of the western history and civilisations. Students are able understand the conceptual importance of issues such as the rise and fall of ancient, medieval, and modern societies, as well as values and beliefs beyond their chronological significance. Emphasis falls on the core issues of renaissance, reformation, exploration, revolution, enlightenment, colonialism and globalisation. This module also attempts to increase students’ awareness of cultural diversity and help them understand global historical developments.

Upon completion of this module, students should be able to:

1. master the major concepts in the study of civilisation;


2. analyse the transformation from feudalism to modernity from an economic perspective;


3. critically review how the civilisations are connected and impact one another as part of a global village; and


4. understand the importance of valid historical research.