Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Summer 2015 - HIST 304 C100

Alexander the Great and the Quest for World Empire (4)

Class Number: 4426

Delivery Method: Distance Education

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Distance Education

  • Exam Times + Location:

    Jun 18, 2015
    Thu, 7:00–9:00 p.m.
    Burnaby

    Aug 17, 2015
    Mon, 3:30–6:30 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    45 units including 9 units of lower division history.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Examines Alexander in the context of ancient history as well as his legacy, which provides unique insight into why there have been and continue to be illusive and deadly quests for world domination. Students who have taken HIST 391-4 D200 in Spring 2005, HIST 309-4 E100 in Spring 2006 or HIST 486 E100 in Summer 2007 may not take this course for further credit.

COURSE DETAILS:

This course is devoted to exploring the conquests and worlds of Alexander the Great – the worlds of the East that he encountered and conquered, and the new Greco-Persian world that he may have envisioned before his sudden and early death. The course is also about the ‘Internal World’ of Alexander himself, though the Great King will forever remain enigmatic, there are conflicting bibliographic portraits (ancient and modern) of the Great Conqueror.

Grading

  • Quizzes (Lesson Evaluations) 10%
  • Discussions 20%
  • Mid-term Exam 30%
  • Final Exam 40%

NOTES:

Delivery Method: Canvas

Starting on the first day of classes, students are able to log in.

REQUIREMENTS:

Students requiring accommodation as a result of a disability must contact the Centre for Students with Disabilities.

Students are responsible for following all exam policies and procedures (e.g., missing an exam due to illness) available here.

Materials

MATERIALS + SUPPLIES:

Additional Course Fee: $40

REQUIRED READING:

No Textbooks.

Registrar Notes:

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