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The study of European history since 1450 introduces students to cultural, economic, political, and social developments that played a fundamental role in shaping the world in which they live. Without this knowledge, we would lack the context for understanding the development of contemporary institutions, the role of continuity and change in present-day society and politics, and the evolution of current forms of artistic expression and intellectual discourse. In addition to providing a basic narrative of events and movements, the goals of the AP program in European History are to develop (a) an understanding of some of the principal themes in modern European History, (b) an ability to analyze historical evidence and historical interpretation, and (c) an ability to express historical understanding in writing.

Credits: 3 Catalog Description: Examines the political, social, economic and intellectual development of Western society from 1500 CE to the present. Explores how modern historical and cultural issues shaped the development of contemporary western thought and institutions. Emphasizes developing and implementing the skills of the historian.