HIST 243 - The Golden Age of Islam: History of the Muslim World to the 16th Century

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

Historical overview of the rise of Islam in seventh century Arabia and the political, economic and cultural impact of subsequent expansion into Asia, Africa and Europe.

HIST 606 - Comprehensive Topic Course

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 0-3S-0)

Historiographical course focused on one of the department's designated graduate fields of study. May be repeated for credit when course content differs. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

HIST 609 - Directed Study

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 0-3S-0)

This credit/fail course is required for students in the thesis-based M.A. program. Students are introduced to scholarship relevant to their research and supported in developing a research proposal.

HIST 247 - Africa in the 20th and 21st Centuries: From Colonial Rule to Modern Nations

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

African history since the 19th century.