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To acquire knowledge of the political, economic and cultural effects of Western imperialism on societies of Southeast Asia; to analyse the various debates and interpretations on European imperialism and the reactions of Asian societies; to develop the ability to design a research project and to collect and analyse the relevant source material and literature; to present the results of the research in a well-structured way in oral and written form.
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This course is part of the minor Global Asia.
All of Asia has experienced the effects of Western imperialism – including areas not under formal colonial rule. This course offers knowledge about the workings of the colonial presence. Students will understand the dynamics of conquest and rule by western powers and the local reactions. They will reflect on the enormous and lasting impact of colonial rule on the societies and world views in Asia. Issues of modernization and religion will receive special attention. The course will draw its cases and examples from Southeast Asia, and Indonesia in particular. The research component is very strong in this course. Students will be required to do research in primary source material and write an extensive academic paper.
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