Module #1 Introduction to the British Empire An overview of the British Empires history, significance, and lasting impact on global politics, economics, and culture
Module #2 Rise of the British Empire (15th-18th centuries) The early expansion of the British Empire, including the role of colonialism, trade, and exploration
Module #3 The British Empire and Slavery The history of slavery in the British Empire, including its role in shaping the empires economy and social structures
Module #4 Imperialism and Colonialism (19th century) The scramble for Africa, the British Empires expansion in Asia, and the impact of colonialism on indigenous populations
Module #5 The British Empire at its Zenith ( late 19th-early 20th centuries) The British Empires peak, including its role in global politics, economy, and culture
Module #6 Decolonization and Nationalism (mid-20th century) The rise of nationalist movements, decolonization, and the dissolution of the British Empire
Module #7 The Legacy of British Imperialism on Global Politics The ongoing impact of British imperialism on global politics, international relations, and state-building
Module #8 Economic Legacy:Trade, Investment, and Development The British Empires economic legacy, including its impact on global trade, investment, and economic development
Module #9 Cultural Legacy:Language, Literature, and Identity The British Empires cultural legacy, including the spread of English, literary influences, and the construction of national identity
Module #10 The British Empire and Migration The history of migration within and from the British Empire, including its impact on modern-day demographics and diversity
Module #11 Case Study:India and the Raj A detailed examination of British rule in India, including its impact on Indian society, politics, and economy
Module #12 Case Study:Africa and the Scramble for Africa A detailed examination of the British Empires expansion in Africa, including its impact on African societies, politics, and economy
Module #13 Case Study:The Caribbean and the Sugar Islands A detailed examination of the British Empires presence in the Caribbean, including its impact on the sugar industry, slavery, and colonialism
Module #14 The British Empire and International Law The British Empires role in shaping international law, including its impact on concepts like sovereignty and human rights
Module #15 The British Empire and Human Rights The British Empires complex and contested legacy on human rights, including its impact on indigenous populations, women, and minorities
Module #16 Contemporary Debates:Reparations, Apologies, and Reconciliation Current debates about the British Empires legacy, including calls for reparations, apologies, and reconciliation
Module #17 The British Empire in Popular Culture The representation of the British Empire in literature, film, and media, including its impact on popular perceptions and attitudes
Module #18 Museum Collections and the Representation of Empire The role of museums in preserving and representing the British Empires cultural and historical legacy
Module #19 Education and the Teaching of Empire History The challenges and controversies surrounding the teaching of empire history in schools and universities
Module #20 The British Empire and Globalization The British Empires legacy in the context of globalization, including its impact on global economic integration and international relations
Module #21 The British Empire and National Identity The British Empires ongoing impact on British national identity, including its influence on concepts like citizenship, multiculturalism, and belonging
Module #22 Comparative Perspectives:The British Empire and Other Empires A comparative analysis of the British Empire with other empires, including the French, Spanish, and Ottoman Empires
Module #23 Researching the British Empire:Primary Sources and Methodologies An introduction to primary sources and methodologies for researching the British Empire, including archival research and oral history
Module #24 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in The Legacy of the British Empire career
