HIS (0136) 259 - Introduction to the History of Islam

Credits: 3.00

This is a general overview of Islamic history from 7th century to the present focusing on cultural, historical and religio-political factors, emphasizing: diffusion of Islam, institutional formations within states, rise of regional cultures, emergence and decline of dynasties, colonial encounters, Islamic revival and contemporary developments in the Muslim world.

Gen Ed Learning Goal 1 GLOBAL LEARNING/CIVIC ENGAGEMENT Distribution Requirement Humanities