HIST 398

Studying in France: French History and Culture

This course, offered in a Paris study abroad program, surveys French history to provide a background for exploring and appreciating French life and culture. The focus is on examining the historical context of French political, intellectual, and artistic development, thereby informing and enriching our understanding and enjoyment of French society and culture. The course will examine Roman Gaul, Medieval Francia, the High Middle Ages, the Renaissance and Wars of Religion, Absolutism and the Enlightenment, the French Revolution and Napoleon, the Nineteenth Century Revolutions and the Belle Epoque, the World Wars, and the Trente Glorieuses. Since many of these historical developments occurred in the city of Paris and most of the remaining artifacts are housed in Parisian museums, a significant portion of this course will include visits to historical sites and museums.

Units: 3.0

Hours: 54 hours LEC