Module #1 Introduction to the British Isles Overview of the course, introduction to the geography and cultural diversity of the British Isles
Module #2 Prehistory and Early Inhabitants Exploring the earliest human habitation of the British Isles, from Stonehenge to the Iron Age
Module #3 Roman Britain and the Coming of Christianity The Roman occupation of Britain, the spread of Christianity, and the impact on early British culture
Module #4 Anglo-Saxon England The arrival of the Anglo-Saxons, the development of Anglo-Saxon culture and kingdoms, and the Vikings
Module #5 Medieval Kingdoms and the Norman Conquest The creation of medieval kingdoms, the Norman Conquest, and the impact on language, culture, and politics
Module #6 The Middle Ages:Chivalry, Crusades, and the Black Death The high Middle Ages, chivalry, the Crusades, and the devastating impact of the Black Death
Module #7 The Rise of Nation-States:England, Scotland, and Wales The development of nation-states, the Wars of the Roses, and the rise of Scottish and Welsh identity
Module #8 The Tudors and the English Reformation The Tudor dynasty, the English Reformation, and the impact on politics, religion, and culture
Module #9 Stuart Britain and the English Civil War The Stuart monarchy, the English Civil War, and the execution of Charles I
Module #10 The Glorious Revolution and the Acts of Union The Glorious Revolution, the Bill of Rights, and the creation of the United Kingdom of Great Britain
Module #11 Ireland and the British Isles:A Complex History The complex and often tumultuous history of Irelands relationship with the British Isles
Module #12 The Industrial Revolution and the Rise of Empire The Industrial Revolution, the growth of the British Empire, and the impact on society and culture
Module #13 Victorian Britain:Culture, Politics, and Identity The Victorian era, the development of British culture, and the rise of national identity
Module #14 The World Wars and the Decline of Empire Britains role in the World Wars, the decline of the British Empire, and the impact on national identity
Module #15 Post-War Britain:Social Change and Cultural Shifts The post-war period, social change, cultural shifts, and the rise of multicultural Britain
Module #16 National Identity and Devolution The devolution of power in the UK, national identity, and the rise of Scottish, Welsh, and Northern Irish nationalism
Module #17 Immigration, Diversity, and Identity in Modern Britain Immigration, diversity, and the changing face of modern Britain, including debates around identity and belonging
Module #18 The Legacy of Empire and the Politics of Memory The legacy of the British Empire, the politics of memory, and the ongoing debates around decolonization
Module #19 Brexit and the Future of the United Kingdom The implications of Brexit on the UK, the future of the British Isles, and the potential for constitutional change
Module #20 Culture and Identity in the British Isles Today Exploring contemporary British culture, identity, and the ongoing tensions between tradition and modernity
Module #21 Regional Identity and Cultural Heritage The significance of regional identity and cultural heritage in the British Isles, from Cornwall to the Highlands
Module #22 The British Monarchy:Past, Present, and Future The history and role of the British monarchy, its symbolic significance, and the ongoing debates around its future
Module #23 British Literature and the Construction of Identity The role of literature in shaping British identity, from Shakespeare to contemporary authors
Module #24 Media and National Identity in the British Isles The representation of national identity in the media, including film, television, and news
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in The British Isles: History and Identity career
