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851-0516-03L 2 Credits BSC , DS D-GESS

Learning from History?

Aus der Geschichte lernen?

Lecturers & Examiners: PD Dr. Stephan Martin Scheuzger
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:28:48

Abstract

The course deals with the often heard claim, that it is possible or even necessary to learn from history. It examines the question how historiography produces its knowledge and offers an introduction to the discussion of the social function of history.

General Information

Language
German
Levels
BSC , DS

Examination

Type
graded semester performance

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
colloquium Aus der Geschichte lernen?
Permission from lecturers required for all students. Teilnehmerzahl beschränkt
  • Mon 17:15-19:00 (HG F 26.5)
2 h weekly

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