Department of History

Head of Department

Dr Htay Htay Saw Lwin

Contact Phone

+95 799911272

Contact Mail

htayhtaysawlwin@gmail.com

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List of Conferred Degrees of the Teachers

Professors (2)
Associate Professors (3)
Lecturers (6)
Assistant Lecturers (1)
Tutors (13)

List of Conferred Degrees of the Teachers

List of PhD (5)
List of M.Res (2)
List of MA (18)

Degrees Available (Day Students)

BA (History)
BA (Honours History)
MA (Qualifying)
MA (History)

Degrees Available (Distance Education Students)

BA (History)

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Curriculum for History Specialization

1 First Year (BA)

2 Second Year (BA)

3 Third Year (BA)

4 Fourth Year (BA)

5 First Year (Honours)

6 Second Year (Honours)

7 Third Year (Honours & Q)

8 First Year (MA)

1 First Year (BA)

Semester I

Module No	Name of Module	Credit Points	Hours per week
Myan 1001	Myanmar	3	2	2
Eng 1001	English	3	2	2
Hist 1101	Political Theories I	4	3	2
Hist 1102	World History (1500-1900) I	4	3	2
Elective	*	3	2	2
AM 1001	Aspects of Myanmar	3	2	2
	Total	20	14	12

Total credit – 20 pts

Total hrs – 26

* A student can choose any one elective course

Foundation Course

Myan 1001 (3) Myanmar

Eng 1001 (3) English

Core Courses

Hist 1101 (4) Political Theories I

Hist 1102 (4) World History (1500-1900) I

* Elective courses (for History specialization)

Phil 1001 (3) - Logic in Practice I

Geog 1003 (3) - Geography of Southeast Asian Countries

OS 1001 (3) - History of Buddhism I

Psy 1001 (3) - Psychology of Adolescence I

Myan1003 (3) - jrefrmYZmwdrmefpmay

* Elective courses (for History specialization)

Hist 1001(3) Introduction to Myanmar Civilization I

Hist 1002(3) Renaissance Italy (14^thCentury to 15^th Century)

Hist 1003(3) World History to 1500 I

Hist 1004(3) World History 1500 - 1900 I

Political Theories I

Module No: Hist-1101

Frist Year 1st Semester

Course Description

This Course explores the changing process of political thoughts and institutions from ancient time to medieval period from the point of view of political science. It explains firstly the basic concepts of political science and related disciplines; then the origin of political thoughts and institutions; Oriental and Occidental thoughts of ancient time; weaknesses and strengths of Roman political thoughts; conflict of interests between religion and state in Europe in medieval period; and finally the occurrence of Reformation in European countries.

Theme Area: Changing Process of Political Thoughts and Institutions from ancient time up to 15^th Century

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the semester, the learner would be able to

interpret basic concepts of political science;
differentiate ways of thinking between Orient and Occident; and
examine spontaneous modification of political thoughts and institutions and their effects on society.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the semester, the learner would be able to

inspect fundamental ideas of a discipline and related subjects;
distinguish different ideas of different people who live in different areas; and
analyze interconnection between ideas and practices and their consequences.

World History (1500 – 1900) I

Module No: Hist-1102

Frist Year 1st Semester

Course Description

This Course introduces most significant and influential events that happened in the world from sixteenth to nineteenth centuries. It covers the controversial conflicts that happened between religious and political orders of European countries in the Middle Age; religious and commercial conflicts that occurred between European and Middle Eastern countries in the name of Crusades; emergence of great intellectuals in Europe under the name of Renaissance; changing States’ structures together with the religious reformations in Europe; and oversea expansions that conducted by European countries after these events.

Theme Area: Changing Global Order from 16^th to 19^th century

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the semester, the learner would be able to

examine causes and consequences of great historical events,
distinguish pros and cons of the historical episodes of the world, and
interpret connections between great historical events of the world that happened in the second half of last millennium.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the semester, the learner would be able to

analyze genesis and repercussions of the events,
differentiate advantages and disadvantages of the events, and
clarify interrelations among the phenomena.

Aspects of Myanmar

Module No: AM-1001

Frist Year 1st Semester

Course Description

This Course explores on various aspects of Myanmar from prehistory up to the present days. It covers the Land and People of Myanmar in the aspects of geographical features and national races; History of Myanmar from prehistory, early city states, the First, the Second and the Third Myanmar Empires; Nationalist Movements and Nationalist Struggles for Myanmar independence against British colonialism, post-independence Myanmar that passed through the several changes and transformations; Foreign Policy and Foreign Relations of Myanmar; Interactions between Myanmar and International and Regional Organizations such as United Nations, ASEAN, BIST-EC, etc.; Major Economic Sectors of Myanmar and the Cultural Aspect of Myanmar.

Theme Area: Examining Various Aspects of Myanmar in Geographical, Historical, Political, External Relations, Economic and Cultural Sectors

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

examine several aspects of the Myanmar from different points of views,
translate the connections among various sectors of the Union of Myanmar, and
evaluate the usefulness of every sector in developing the nation.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

interpret the interconnections between different sectors,
evaluate the value of harmonization in nation building, and
analyze multidisciplinary approaches in studying the problems.

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Semester II

Module No	Name of Module	Credit Points	Hours per week
Myan 1002	Myanmar	3	2	2
Eng 1002	English	3	2	2
Hist 1103	Political Theories II	4	3	2
Hist 1104	World History (1500-1900) II	4	3	2
Elective I	*	3	2	2
AM 1002	Aspect of Myanmar	3	2	2
	Total	20	14	12

Total credit – 20 pts

Total hrs – 26

* A student can choose any one elective course

Foundation Course

Myan 1002 (3) Myanmar

Eng 1002 (3) English

Core Courses

Hist 1103 (4) Political Theories II

Hist 1104 (4) World History (1500-1900) II

* Elective courses (for History specialization)

Phil 1003 (3) - Logic in Practice II

Geog 1004 (3) - Geography of Myanmar

OS 1003 (3) - History of Buddhism II

Psy 1003 (3) - Psychology of Adolescence II

Myan1004 (3) - jrefrmYZmwdrmefpmay

* Elective courses (for History specialization)

Hist 1005(3) Introduction to Myanmar Civilization I

Hist 1006(3) Renaissance Europe (1450-1650)

Hist 1007(3) World History to 1500 II

Hist 1008(3) World History 1500 - 1900 II

Political Theories II

Module No: Hist-1103

Frist Year 2nd Semester

Course Description

This Course explores the basic political theories of the world from the Medieval Period to the Modern time. The course constitutes the evolution of political theories and political thinking; liberalism, nationalism and communism based on democratic way. The course will focus on the comparative study of political ideological theories and scientific political systems. The course discusses on the Rise of Modern Theory of Sovereignty, the Nature of State and Social Contract, Political Theory on Restoration, Democratic Institutions and German Idealism, Mercantilism and the Physiocrats, English Political Theories, Nature of Fascism and Nazism and Theories of Communism. It lays stress on how political ideological concepts have appeared and how political institutions; states and governments have emerged in the past and how these concepts and theories developed in modern sense. .

Theme Area: Changing Process of Political Theories and Institutions from Medieval to Modern Time

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the semester, the learner would be able to

explore key theories on political thoughts and theories from medieval to modern era,
interpret basic concepts of political science,
examine the changing process of political theories and considerations, and
analyzing the basic considerations behind the political theories and practices.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the semester, the learner would be able to

evaluate the transformation of ideas, thoughts and theories,
analyze the similarities and differences between considerations among theories, and
distinguish the differences between theories and practices.

World History (1500 – 1900) II

Module No: Hist-1104

Frist Year 2nd Semester

Course Description

This Course introduces most significant and influential events that transformed the world from 1500 to 1900. This course covers the Nature of Bourgeoisie Revolutions, English and French Bourgeoisie Revolutions; Occurrence of Industrial Revolution in Europe, Socialist Thoughts and Workers Movements; Acquisition of Colonies and Semi-Colonies by European Industrialized Countries, Features of Colonialism and Early Anti-Colonial Movements. This course emphasizes on the modernization of the West; and confrontation of Industrialized West and Agricultural Societies of the rest part of the World.

Theme Area: Changing World Situations from 16^th to 19^th century

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the semester, the learner would be able to

examine conceptual transformation of the West which led to the changes of world order,
evaluate advantages and disadvantages of industrialization in the West, and
analyze attempts of the West for the hegemony on the rest part of the world.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the semester, the learner would be able to

assess transformation of ideologies and events,
clarify interrelations among the great events, and
identify key elements of the events.

2 Second Year (BA)

Semester I

Module No	Name of Module	Credit Points	Hours per week
Eng 2001	English	3	2	2
Hist 2101	Ancient Myanmar I	4	3	2
Hist 2102	Ancient Southeast Asia	4	3	2
Hist 2103	World History 1900 to Present I	4	3	2
Elective I	*	3	2	2
Elective II	*	3	2	2
	Total	21	15	12

Total credit – 21 pts

Total hrs – 27

* A student can choose any one elective course

Foundation Courses

Eng 2001 (3) English

Core Courses

Hist 2101 (4) Ancient Myanmar I

Hist 2102 (4) Ancient Southeast Asia

Hist 2103 (4) World History 1900 to Present I

* Elective courses (for History specialization)

Hist 2104 (4) - Political Organization I (Major Elective)

Hist 2105 (4) - History of Science and Technology I

Geog 2005(3) - Political Geography I

Phil 2001(3) - History of Western Intellectual Development I

OS 2005 (3) - Pali Philology

* Elective courses (for History specialization)

Hist 2001 (3) History of Science and Technology I

Hist 2002 (3) World History 1900 to Present I

* Elective courses (for History specialization)

Hist 2003 (3) Social History of England I

Ancient Myanmar I

Module No: Hist-2101

Second Year 1st Semester

Course Description

The course analyzes Myanmar History from prehistory to the fall of Bagan Dynasty. It emphasized on the Prehistory of Myanmar in terms of its physical background, and Stone and Bronze Age Civilizations; the growth of Pyu Civilization based on its early city-states; the emergence of Early Rakhine Civilization at Vesali; the growth of Early Mon Civilization in term of Laterite Culture at Suvannabhumi; the Bagan Period in terms of History, Economy, Society, Governance, Religion, Art and Architecture until mid-13^th century.

Theme Area: Analyzing the Development of Early Civilizations, City-States and Kingdoms in Myanmar

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

introduce the relations between the Early Civilizations,
compare the civilizations of Pyu, Rakhine and Mon, and
analyze the reasons for the emergence and failure of Bagan kingdom.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

examine the evolution process of human civilization,
compare similarities and correlations among contemporaries, and
scrutinize the reasons for the decline of societies.

Ancient Southeast Asia I

Module No: Hist-2102

Second Year 1st Semester

Course Description

The course surveys the history of Southeast Asia from Ancient time to the initiation of medieval era. It analyzes the Physical Background of Southeast Asia; Prehistory of Southeast Asia; the Spread of Chinese Culture to Vietnam; the spread of Indian Culture to mainland Southeast Asia; the emergence of Early Kingdoms in various parts of Southeast Asia; the Emergence of Early Kingdoms in Thailand; and the Spread of Islamism to some parts of Southeast Asian Region.

Theme Area: Analyzing the Gradual Transformation of Southeast Asian during the Ancient Time

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

evaluate the growth of societies in Southeast Asia from stone ages to civilized states,
examine the cultural influence of huge neighbours on the Southeast Asia, and
analyze the amalgamation of external civilizations and indigenous cultures.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

interpret the transformation of a region or a society,
assess the influence of civilized societies on semi-civilized societies, and
analyze the power of adaption for survival.

World History 1900 to Present I

Module No: Hist-2103

Second Year 1st Semester

Course Description

The course explores the World History from 1900 to the start of Second World War. It appraises the causes, events and effects of World War I, Socialist Revolution of Russia that happened in 1917 and its global impacts, Fascist Movement of Italy and Nazi Movement of Germany that emerged between two World Wars, and Nationalist Movement of India, National Awakening of China and Militarist Movement of Japan that occurred between 1919 and 1939.

Theme Area: Scrutinizing the Key Events of the World from the beginning to the mid-20^th Century

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

evaluate the causes and effects of the Great War,
scrutinize the reasons and consequences of huge changes that happened in Europe, and
criticize the causes and effects of great events in Asia.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

appraise connections between events,
estimate the advantages and disadvantages of events, and
criticize the reasons and results of great events.

Political Organization I

Module No: Hist-2104

Second Year 1st Semester

Course Description

The course analyzes the development of Political Organization from theoretical points of view. The course explores the Nature of the State and Sovereignty, Definition, Origin, Evolution and Theories of the State; Organization and Forms of State and Government, the Nature, Location and Limitations of Sovereignty; the role of Constitution in balancing the major pillars of State powers, the Organizations and Forms of State and Government; and the Definition and Classification of Constitution.

Theme Area: Exploring the Political Organizations and Concepts such as State, Sovereignty, Government and Constitutions from theoretical point of views

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

inspect the theories and definitions of of State and Sovereignty,
evaluate the organizations and forms of State and Government, and
analyze the definitions and kinds of Constitution.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

distinguish the theories and practices,
appraise the compliments and contradicts between theories and practices, and
criticize the major theories in relations with politics.

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Semester II

Module No	Name of Module	Credit Points	Hours per week
Eng 2002	English	3	2	2
Hist 2106	Ancient Myanmar II	4	3	2
Hist 2107	European Expansion and Colonialism in Southeast Asia	4	3	2
Hist 2108	World History 1900 to Present II	4	3	2
Elective I	*	3	2	2
Elective II	*	3	2	2
	Total	21	15	12

Total credit – 21 pts

Total hrs – 27

* A student can choose any one elective course

Foundation Courses

Eng 2002 (3) English

Core Courses

Hist 2106 (4) Ancient Myanmar II

Hist 2107 (4) European Expansion and Colonialism in Southeast Asia

Hist 2108 (4) World History 1900 to Present II

* Elective courses (for History specialization)

Hist 2109 (3) - Political Organization II (Major Elective)

Hist 2110 (3) - History of Science and Technology II

Geog 2006(3) - Political Geography II

Phil 2006(3) - History of Western Intellectual Development II

OS 2007 (3) - Niti Literature

* Elective courses (for History specialization)

Hist 2004 (3) History of Science and Technology II

Hist 2005 (3) World History 1900 to Present II

* Elective courses (for History specialization)

Hist 2006 (3) Social History of England II

Ancient Myanmar II

Module No: Hist-2106

Second Year 2nd Semester

Course Description

The course analyzes Myanmar History from the rise of city-states after Bagan to the fall of Nyaungyan Dynasty. The course covers the Rise of Inwa and Hanthawady, the Forty Years’ War, Inwa and Hanthawady in the Aftermath of the War; Launggyet and Mrauk-U; Historical, Economic, Social, Governance, Religious, Literary and Architectural aspects of Taungoo; its relations with Thailand and European Countries, and the Fall of Hanthawady; Historical, Economic, Social, Governance, Religious, Literary and Architectural aspects of Inwa; its relations with European Countries and the collapse of Nyaungyan Dynasty.

Theme Area: Analyzing the Rise and Fall of Myanmar city-states and kingdoms

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

examine nature of monarchic politics of Myanmar,
compare the civilizations of contemporary kingdoms, and

analyze the situations which led to the rise and fall of city-states and kingdoms in Myanmar.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

assess the characteristics of systems,
evaluate the civilizations from comparative approach, and
evaluate the reasons which led to the events.

European Expansion & Colonialism in SEA

Module No: Hist-2107

Second Year 2nd Semester

Course Description

The course surveys the history of European Expansion as a result of Industrial Revolution 1.0 and its impacts on Southeast Asian countries from 15^th to 20^th centuries. The course covers the Feature of Colonialism, early European Expansion in Southeast Asia up to 1800, Revival of Dutch Power in Indonesia, Dutch Administration in Indonesia, The Making of British Malaya, British Administration in Malaya, French Conquest of Indochina, French Administration in Indochina, Establishment of Spanish Authority in the Philippines, Spanish Administration in the Philippines, Establishment of American Authority in the Philippines, and American Administration in the Philippines. The course emphasizes on the effects of European Expansion and Colonization of Southeast Asian countries.

Theme Area: Analyzing the causes and effects of European Expansion in Southeast Asian countries

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

examine the features of colonialism and expansion of European Powers in Southeast Asia,
evaluate the connections between technological innovations and overseas expansion, and
criticize the interactions between colonial powers and colonies.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

appraise the characteristics of a system or an ism,
examine the impacts of a system on a region, and
criticize the events from analytical approach.

World History 1900 to Present II

Module No: Hist-2108

Second Year 2nd Semester

Course Description

The course explores the World History from 1919 to 1990. The course covers the key events that happened in Europe, Asia and America from the end of World War I to the end of Cold War. The course surveys the League of Nations, Search for Security, Efforts for Disarmaments in Europe; Manchurian Incident, Ethiopian Affair, Spanish Civil War, Anschluss, and Occupation of Czechoslovakia; Causes, Events and Effects of World War II, United Nations, Spread of Socialism, Emergence of New Nations, and Two Power Blocs and the Cold War.

Theme Area: Changing Global Order during 20^th Century

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

examine the historical events that changed global order in 20^th century from multidimensional approach,
appraise the rise and fall of European Powers, and
analyze the reasons for the emergence of two Great Superpower and their conflicts.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

appraise the reasons of the events,
analyze the issues from multidimensional approach, and
estimate the advantages and disadvantages of events.

Political Organization II

Module No: Hist-2109

Second Year 2nd Semester

Course Description

The course analyzes the development of Political Institutions and Power Separations from theoretical points of view. The course explores the governmental system based on the state constitution; the separation of political power within the state, division of powers in the Federal government System, Electorate, Universal Suffrage, Constituency and Election System and the three political powers; the Legislature, the Executive and the Judiciary. The course will focus on the political theories and political systems constituted separation and distribution of powers for Federated State.

Theme Area: Analyzing the Evolution of Political Institutions and Power Separations among them

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

examine the separation of power and structure of state institutions,
assess the theories and practices of the State and Sovereignty, and
evaluate the formations and patterns of State and Government.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

appraise the practices from theoretical approaches,
apply theories in practices, and

distinguish the variations between theory and practice.

3 Third Year (BA)

Semester I

Module No	Name of Module	Credit Points	Hours per week
Eng 3001	English	3	2	2
Hist 3101	Modern Myanmar I	4	3	2
Hist 3102	Modern Southeast Asia I	4	3	2
Hist 3103	Modern China	4	3	2
Hist 3104	Modern Russia	4	3	2
Elective	*	3	2	2
	Total	22	16	12

Total credit – 22 pts

Total hrs – 28

* A student can choose any one elective course

Foundation Courses

Eng 3001 (3) English

Core Courses

Hist 3101 (4) Modern Myanmar I

Hist 3102 (4) Modern Southeast Asia I

Hist 3103 (4) Modern China

Hist 3104 (4) Modern Russia

* Elective courses

Hist 3105 (3) Modern India I

Hist 3106 (3) Economic and Social History of Modern Southeast Asia I

Hist 3107 (3) Foreign Relations in the Konbaung Period I

Modern Myanmar I

Module No: Hist-3101

Third Year 1st Semester

Course Description

The course emphasizes on Myanmar History from Konbaung period to the regaining of Myanmar independence in 1948. The course lays stress on Politics, Governance, Economy, Society, Culture and Foreign Relations of Monarchical Myanmar; the rise and fall of Konbaung Dynasty and British colonial expansion; Nationalist Movement and Independence Struggle of Colonial Myanmar for the Attainment of Independence.

Theme Area: Analyzing the Strength and Weakness of Last Dynasty of Myanmar and Nationalist Struggle of Myanmar against British Colonialism

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

evaluate the internal and external conditions that paved the ways for the growth and failure of Konbaung Dynasty,
criticize the rise of Myanmar nationalism and Nationalist Movement against British Colonialism, and
scrutinize the transformation of Myanmar political thoughts and ideas.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

interpret the interrelations of internal and external factors that shape the events,
estimate the expansion of ideas and concepts under given circumstances, and
analyze the changing ideologies under changing circumstances.

Modern Southeast Asia I

Module No: Hist-3102

Third Year 1st Semester

Course Description

The course explores Colonial History of Southeast Asian from 16^th to mid-20^th Century. It examines the Geographical Background of Southeast Asia, impacts of Colonialism on the Economics, Society and Government of Southeast Asian countries, and Nationalist Movements of Southeast Asian countries until the spread of Second World War to Asia and the Pacific corridor.

Theme Area: Exploring the Nature of Colonialism and its impacts on Southeast Asian Countries in Modern Period

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

evaluate the transformation of Southeast Asian countries in modern time,
appraise the changes of Southeast Asian countries under colonial rulers,
criticize the rise of nationalism and nationalist movements in Southeast Asian countries.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

interpret the interrelations of contextual factors that shape the nations,
evaluate the widespread effects of global order change, and
scrutinize the interactions among important events.

Modern China

Module No: Hist-3103

Third Year 1st Semester

Course Description

The course covers Modern History of China during the twentieth century. It emphasizes on the causes, events and effects of 1911 Revolution in China; National Awakening in China against Warlords and Foreign Imperialists after World War I; collaboration and confrontation between Kuomintang and Communist; the Politics, Economy and Foreign Relations of the People’s Republic of China under Mao Zedong; and the transformation and modernization of China under the leadership of Deng Xiaoping.

Theme Area: Evaluating the Struggles, Revolutions, Transformation and Development of Modern China

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

appraise the struggles of Chinese people against Manchus and Europeans,
criticize the collaboration and conflict between Chinese political elements, and
analyze the ideological changes of Chinese political leaders in state building.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

interpret the relations between ideas and movements,
analyze different ideologies that shaped different events, and
inspect the interlinks between transformation and development.

Modern Russia

Module No: Hist-3104

Third Year 1st Semester

Course Description

The course explores the Modern History of Russia during the twentieth century. The course reveals the causes, events and effects of 1917 Revolution; the attempts of Soviet Union to survive as an only communist state before World War II; the involvement of Soviet Union in World War II and its effects; the Role of Soviet Union in global order in the context of Cold War; the attempts Gorbachev to reform the Soviet system; the Collapse of Soviet Union and the Emergence of Russian Federation.

Theme Area: Analyzing the rise and fall of Soviet Union and the fading destiny of a Great Political Ideology

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

evaluate the transformation of Russia in Modern Time,
appraise the causes for the rise and fall of the Soviet Union, and
criticize the logical basis for the collapse of Soviet Union.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

criticize the differences between ideologies and implementations,
appraise the internal and external threats to a system, and
analyze the reasons for the collapse of great institutions.

Modern India I

Module No: Hist-3105

Third Year 1st Semester

Course Description

The course explores on modern history of India from the fall of Mughal Empire up to the emergence of early nationalist movement. The course emphasizes on the disintegration of Mughal Empire, Foundation of British Colonial Rule, Economic and Social Changes of India under British Colonial Rule, the causes, events and consequences of Indian Mutiny, and Indian intellectual response to the British Colonial Rule and the emergence of early nationalist movement.

Theme Area: Analyzing the destiny and trend of Indian history from 18^th century to early 20^th century

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

examine the general deterioration of Mughal Empire of India from critical point of view,
analyze the foundation of British colonial rule in India in mid-19^th century from qualitative point of view, and
scrutinize the reactions and responses of Indian people to the British colonial rule in its early stage from interpretive point of view.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

evaluate the reasons for the disintegration of great institutions from critical view,
inspect the foundation of a new system from qualitative view, and
analyze the basic considerations of a nationalist movement from interpretive view.

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Semester II

Module No	Name of Module	Credit Points	Hours per week
Eng 3002	English	3	2	2
Hist 3108	Modern Myanmar II	4	3	2
Hist 3109	Modern Southeast Asia II	4	3	2
Hist 3110	Modern Japan	4	3	2
Hist 3111	Modern USA	4	3	2
Elective	*	3	2	2
	Total	22	16	12

Total credit – 22 pts

Total hrs – 28

* A student can choose any one elective course

Foundation Courses

Eng 3002 (3) English

Core Courses

Hist 3108 (4) Modern Myanmar II

Hist 3109 (4) Modern Southeast Asia II

Hist 3110 (4) Modern Japan

Hist 3111 (4) Modern USA

* Elective courses

Hist 3112 (3) Modern India II

Hist 3113 (3) Economic and Social History of Modern Southeast Asia II

Hist 3114 (3) Foreign Relations in the Konbaung Period II

Modern Myanmar II

Module No: Hist-3108

Third Year 2nd Semester

Course Description

The course emphasizes on Myanmar History from colonial era to 1990s. This course examines the administration, socio-economy, and culture of Myanmar during colonial period. It also explores the political, social, economic and cultural features of Myanmar after gaining independence. It also reveals the system changes of Myanmar under AFPFL, Revolutionary Council, Burma Socialist Programme Party and State Law and Order Restoration Council.

Theme Area: Analyzing the system changes of colonial and independent Myanmar

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

appraise the transformation of Myanmar in colonial and independent era until 1990s,
evaluate the system changes of Myanmar under different administrations, and
criticize the advantages and disadvantages of Myanmar society under system changes.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

interpret the transformation process of a society,
estimate impacts of transformation on a society, and
analyze the causes and effects of system changes.

Modern Southeast Asia II

Module No: Hist-3109

Third Year 2nd Semester

Course Description

The course explores the history of Southeast Asian nations from the Second World War to post-independence era. It covers the political, economic & Social Changes of Southeast Asia, Struggle for Independence and Political Conditions & the Development Efforts in Post-Independence Southeast Asia. The course emphasizes on the major events in SEA and endeavours of SEA countries after gaining independence.

Theme Area: Exploring the struggles of Southeast Asian nations before and after independence

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

analyze the struggles of Southeast Asian nations before and after independence,
evaluate the attempts of Southeast Asian nations for development after independence, and
criticize the successes and failures of development efforts of SEA nations.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

evaluate the changes of a region from analytical approach,
criticize the efforts for progress, and
scrutinize the reasons for success or failure.

Modern Japan

Module No: Hist-3110

Third Year 2nd Semester

Course Description

The course covers Modern History of Japan from 17^th to 20^th century. It emphasizes on the modernization attempts of Japan under Emperor Meiji, emergence of Japan as a world power in late 19^th and early 20^th century, the growth of militarism in Japan and its involvement in World Wars I and II, endeavours of Japan to revive as an economic power after World War II and the growing role of Japan in International arena in the latter half of 20^th century.

Theme Area: Evaluating the rise and fall of Japan throughout ages and its current role in International Arena

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

estimate the modernization process of Japan,
appraise the struggles of Japan to became a power in international politics, and
analyze the reasons for the fall and rise of Japan in global order.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

interpret the process of modernization,
analyze the reasons which paved the ways for success, and
criticize the causes which led to the failure.

Modern USA

Module No: Hist-3111

Third Year 2nd Semester

Course Description

The course explores the Modern History of USA during the 20^th century. This course emphasizes on the key events in American history from Reconstruction of America, becoming as the world Power through end of 20^th century from a political, social and cultural standpoints. The course constitutes the emergence as a world power, American imperialism, the progressive movement, World War I, the Great Depression, the New Deal World War II, cold war and nuclear age in 1950s, Civil Rights and Discriminations. The course will focus on the gradual growth of US balancing in economy and democratic politics. This course discusses how American achieved the global leadership in the critical times.

Theme Area: Analyzing the rationale to reach USA to global leadership role

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

appraise transformation of USA from regional to global power,
evaluate the role of USA in new global order, and
analyze the ideologies that drive USA to maintain global leadership role.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

evaluate the struggles to achieve victories,
assess the role of huge institutions that manipulate global order, and
analyze the ideologies from critical thinking approach.

Modern India II

Module No: Hist-3112

Third Year 2nd Semester

Course Description

The course examines on modern history of India during twentieth century. The course lays stress on the concessions of the British Government to the Indian nationalists’ claims from 1909 to 1919, responses of Indian nationalists to the British concessions, new governmental structure of under British’s reform schemes, Indian involvements in the Second World War, gaining independence after the Second World War, partition of India and Pakistan, and Independent India under Nehru and post-Nehru era.

Theme Area: Surveying the changes and struggles of colonial India and Independent India for survival and development during twentieth century

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

assess the underlying reasons for British reform programmes in India from investigative view,
evaluate the features of British reform schemes and characteristics of Indian nationalist movement before World War II,
criticize the advantages and disadvantages of Indian involvement in World War II, and
analyze the profits and losses of Indian after Independence from investigative view.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

evaluate underlying causes of the events from critical view,
inspect strengths and weaknesses of events from qualitative view, and

analyze the advantages and disadvantages of the events from investigative view.

4 Fourth Year (BA)

Semester I

Module No	Name of Module	Credit Points	Hours per week
Eng 4001	English	3	2	2
Hist 4101	Myanmar Historiography I	4	3	2
Hist 4102	Myanmar Historical Literature I	4	3	2
Hist 4103	Contemporary Southeast Asia I	4	3	2
Hist 4104	Modern Middle East I	4	3	2
Hist 4105	International Relations since 1945 I	4	3	2
	Total	23	17	12

Total credit – 23 pts

Total hrs – 29

Foundation Courses

Eng 4001 (3) English

Core Courses

Hist 4101(4) Myanmar Historiography I

Hist 4102(4) Myanmar Historical Literature I

Hist 4103(4) Contemporary Southeast Asia I

Hist 4104(4) Modern Middle East I

Hist 4105(4) International Relations since 1945 I

Myanmar Historiography I

Module No: Hist-4101

Fourth Year 1st Semester

Course Description

The course examines Myanmar Historiography based on the background of Myanmar Historical Writings. The course focuses on the intentions of historical chroniclers in writing chronicles throughout monarchical times. It lays stress on the writing to National Chronicles and Local Chronicles in order to trace the basic concepts of Myanmar Historiography.

Theme Area: Revealing the concepts and intentions of Myanmar historical chroniclers in writing Chronicles

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

assess the intentions of Myanmar historical chroniclers in writing chronicles,
evaluate the nature of Myanmar chronicles, and
appraise the religious influences in Myanmar chronicles.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

appraise the intentions that hidden in the expressions,
evaluate the nature of expressions, and
analyze the reliability of expressions.

Myanmar Historical Literature I

Module No: Hist-4102

Fourth Year 1st Semester

Course Description

The course explores Myanmar Historical Literature that flourished in monarchical time. The course focuses on the Writing Materials of Myanmar Historical Literature, Documents dealing with the Court Ceremonies, and Documents dealing with the investiture of rank and insignia of Myanmar Court. The course also surveys on the Royal Orders that issued by the Kings throughout monarchical time.

Theme Area: Examining the reliability and utility of Myanmar Historical Literature

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

interpret the primary writings of Myanmar Historical Literature,
assess the reliability of Historical Literature, and
analyze the utility of Historical Literature.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

evaluate the authenticity of documents,
analyze the usefulness of documents, and
interpret the hidden meanings of documents.

Contemporary Southeast Asia I

Module No: Hist-4103

Fourth Year 1st Semester

Course Description

The course emphasizes on the history of Southeast Asian nations from 1945 up to 1990. This course explores the Political Issues of Southeast Asian nations after gaining independence; their problems in the aspects of nation building and economic reconstruction; repercussions of Cold War on Southeast Asian nations; and Interrelations among Southeast Asian nations in Cold War era.

Theme Area: Examining the Emergence of Southeast Asian nations after Second World War and their struggle in the context of Cold War

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

assess the struggles of Southeast Asian nations after gaining independence,
appraise the impacts of Cold War on Southeast Asian region, and
analyzing the interrelations among Southeast Asian nations.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

estimate the struggles for survival,
appraise the impacts of global events, and
analyze the different values of different nations.

Modern Middle East I

Module No: Hist-4104

Fourth Year 1st Semester

Course Description

The course explores the history of Middle East region after medieval period up to the end of Second World War. This course lays stress on the Emergence and Collapse of Ottoman Empire; Interventions and Manipulations of Western Powers in Middle East region during and after World War I, situations of Middle Eastern countries between World War I and World War II; and the Middle Eastern region and the World War II.

Theme Area: Surveying the rise and fall of Middle Eastern region throughout Modern time

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

scrutinize the main reasons for the emergence and collapse of Ottoman Turkey Empire,
analyze the intervention and manipulation of Western countries in the Middle East, and
criticize the situations which paved the ways for the rise of modern nation states in the Middle East.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

assess the reasons for rise and fall circle,
analyze the reasons behind events, and
appraise the contributing factors that shaped the events.

International Relations since 1945 I

Module No: Hist-4105

Fourth Year 1st Semester

Course Description

The course examines the International Relations since after the Second World War up to 1990. This course explores on the Decline of European Powers, Emergence of USA and USSR as Superpowers and the Establishment of UN after World War II; Origin and Development of the Cold War and its case studies namely German Problem, Korean War and Cuban Missile Crisis; the Formation of Western and Eastern Blocs, and the Development of Non-Align Movement.

Theme Area: Assessing the changing situations of International Relations in the context of Cold War

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

examine the changing situations of International Relations after the Second World War,
assess the seriousness of Cold War, and
analyze the impacts of Cold War in International Relations in the latter half of 20^th

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

evaluate the root causes of the tension,
assess the consequences of the tension, and
analyze the pros and cons of the events.

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Semester II

Module No	Name of Module	Credit Points	Hours per week
Eng 4002	English	3	2	2
Hist 4106	Myanmar Historiography II	4	3	2
Hist 4107	Myanmar Historical Literature II	4	3	2
Hist 4108	Contemporary Southeast Asia II	4	3	2
Hist 4109	Modern Middle East II	4	3	2
Hist 4110	International Relations since 1945 II	4	3	2
	Total	23	17	12

Total credit – 23 pts

Total hrs – 29

Foundation Courses

Eng 4002 (3) English

Core Courses

Hist 4106(4) Myanmar Historiography II

Hist 4107(4) Myanmar Historical Literature II

Hist 4108(4) Contemporary Southeast Asia II

Hist 4109(4) Modern Middle East II

Hist 4110(4) International Relations since 1945 II

Myanmar Historiography II

Module No: Hist-4106

Fourth Year 2nd Semester

Course Description

The course examines Myanmar Historiography focusing on the study the Myanmar chronicles that appeared in Konbaung period and their influence on historical writings. This course traces the evolution of modern historical writing in Myanmar. The course also pays attention to the records of royal exploits in Myanmar chronicles, the records of important events in Myanmar and the importance of treatises in Myanmar historical writings.

Theme Area: Examining the Myanmar chronicles and historical writings from Historiography approach

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

assess the evolution of Myanmar historical chronicles and writings,
evaluate the nature of Myanmar chronicles, and
appraise the value of historical records in Myanmar chronicles.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

appraise the evolution of disciplines,
evaluate the value of documents, and
apply the documents for research purposes.

Myanmar Historical Literature II

Module No: Hist-4107

Fourth Year 2nd Semester

Course Description

The course explores Myanmar Historical Literature that flourished in medieval and modern periods. The course lays stress on studying and interpreting the hidden meanings of stone inscriptions in Pali, Sanskrit, Pyu, Mon, and Myanmar which found in Myanmar; poetic literature in Myanmar: pyo (epic of Jataka) of the Inwa Period, egyins (historical ballads) of the Taungoo Period, and Mawgun (Royal Eulogy, and newspapers, periodicals, governmental reports, memoirs, and statements of Modern Myanmar.

Theme Area: Examining the interpretation and utility of Myanmar Historical Literature in medieval and modern times

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

interpret the primary writings of Myanmar Historical Literature,
assess the reliability of Historical writings, and
analyze the utility of Historical Literature and writings.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

evaluate the authenticity of documents,
analyze the usefulness of documents, and
apply the reliable documents for research purposes.

Contemporary Southeast Asia II

Module No: Hist-4108

Fourth Year 2nd Semester

Course Description

The course emphasizes on the history of Southeast Asian nations during the second half of 20^th century. This course explores the Nation Building process of Southeast Asian nations, new patterns and attitudes of Southeast Asian nations in International Relations, and the formation of the regional association under the name of ASEAN and its activities of stability and sustainable development.

Theme Area: Examining the Nation Building Process of Southeast Asian Nations and the Role of ASEAN in international relations

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

assess the efforts of Southeast Asian nations for nation-buildings,
appraise the international relations of SEA nations in new global order, and
analyzing the role of ASEAN in regional and global order.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

estimate the struggles for sustainable development,
appraise the interlinks between global and regional orders, and
analyze the role of regional organ in sustainable development.

Modern Middle East II

Module No: Hist-4109

Fourth Year 2nd Semester

Course Description

The course explores the history of Middle East region after Second World War to 1980s. This course lays stress on the regional conflicts that happened between Israel and Arab nations, involvement of European powers in the affairs of Middle East, the impacts of Cold War on the region, the struggles of Palestinians to regain their rights against Israel.

Theme Area: Surveying the conflicts of Middle East and the interferences of Great Powers

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

scrutinize the roots of Arab-Israeli Conflicts,
analyze the intervention and manipulation of Western countries in the Middle East, and
criticize the situations which led to the increasing tensions in the Middle East.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

assess the prime reasons of the conflicts,
analyze the protectionism of nation states, and
appraise the contributing factors that shaped the events.

International Relations since 1945 II

Module No: Hist-4110

Fourth Year 2nd Semester

Course Description

The course examines the International Relations since after Cold War. This course explores on the changing system of international relations after 1990s, the role of Asian, African and Latin American nations in new global order after Cold War, spread and threats of Nuclear Weapons, and Changing role of UN in changing global order.

Theme Area: Assessing new order of International Relations in post-Cold War era

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

examine the changing situations of International Relations after Cold War,
assess the complicated situations in international order after Cold War, and
analyze the changing role of UN in new global order.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

evaluate the logical basis for changes,
assess the impacts of changes, and
analyze changing role of institutions in changing order.

5 First Year (Honours)

Semester I

Module No	Name of Module	Credit Points	Hours per week
Eng 3001	English	3	2	2
Hist 3201	Modern Myanmar I	4	3	2
Hist 3202	Modern Southeast Asia I	4	3	2
Hist 3203	Modern China	4	3	2
Hist 3204	Modern Russia	4	3	2
Elective	*	3	2	2
	Total	22	16	12

Total credit – 22 pts

Total hrs – 28

* A student can choose any one elective course

Foundation Courses

Eng 3001 (3) English

Core Courses

Hist 3201 (4) Modern Myanmar I

Hist 3202 (4) Modern Southeast Asia I

Hist 3203 (4) Modern China

Hist 3204 (4) Modern Russia

* Elective courses

Hist 3205 (3) Modern India I

Hist 3206 (3) Economic and Social History of Modern Southeast Asia I

Hist 3207 (3) Foreign Relations in the Konbaung Period I

Modern Myanmar I

Module No: Hist-3201

First Year (Hons:) 1st Semester

Course Description

Theme Area: Analyzing the Strength and Weakness of Last Dynasty of Myanmar and Nationalist Struggle of Myanmar against British Colonialism

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

evaluate the internal and external conditions that paved the ways for the growth and failure of Konbaung Dynasty,
criticize the rise of Myanmar nationalism and Nationalist Movement against British Colonialism, and
scrutinize the transformation of Myanmar political thoughts and ideas.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

interpret the interrelations of internal and external factors that shape the events,
estimate the expansion of ideas and concepts under given circumstances, and
analyze the changing ideologies under changing circumstances.

Modern Southeast Asia I

Module No: Hist-3202

First Year (Hons:) 1st Semester

Course Description

Theme Area: Exploring the Nature of Colonialism and its impacts on Southeast Asian Countries in Modern Period

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

evaluate the transformation of Southeast Asian countries in modern time,
appraise the changes of Southeast Asian countries under colonial rulers,
criticize the rise of nationalism and nationalist movements in Southeast Asian countries.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

interpret the interrelations of contextual factors that shape the nations,
evaluate the widespread effects of global order change, and
scrutinize the interactions among important events.

Modern China

Module No: Hist-3203

First Year (Hons:) 1st Semester

Course Description

Theme Area: Evaluating the Struggles, Revolutions, Transformation and Development of Modern China

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

appraise the struggles of Chinese people against Manchus and Europeans,
criticize the collaboration and conflict between Chinese political elements, and
analyze the ideological changes of Chinese political leaders in state building.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

interpret the relations between ideas and movements,
analyze different ideologies that shaped different events, and
inspect the interlinks between transformation and development.

Modern Russia

Module No: Hist-3204

First Year (Hons:) 1st Semester

Course Description

Theme Area: Analyzing the rise and fall of Soviet Union and the fading destiny of a Great Political Ideology

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

evaluate the transformation of Russia in Modern Time,
appraise the causes for the rise and fall of the Soviet Union, and
criticize the logical basis for the collapse of Soviet Union.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

criticize the differences between ideologies and implementations,
appraise the internal and external threats to a system, and
analyze the reasons for the collapse of great institutions.

Modern India I

Module No: Hist-3205

First Year (Hons:) 1st Semester

Course Description

Theme Area: Analyzing the destiny and trend of Indian history from 18^th century to early 20^th century

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

examine the general deterioration of Mughal Empire of India from critical point of view,
analyze the foundation of British colonial rule in India in mid-19^th century from qualitative point of view, and
scrutinize the reactions and responses of Indian people to the British colonial rule in its early stage from interpretive point of view.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

evaluate the reasons for the disintegration of great institutions from critical view,
inspect the foundation of a new system from qualitative view, and
analyze the basic considerations of a nationalist movement from interpretive view.

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Semester II

Module No	Name of Module	Credit Points	Hours per week
Eng 3002	English	3	2	2
Hist 3108	Modern Myanmar II	4	3	2
Hist 3109	Modern Southeast Asia II	4	3	2
Hist 3110	Modern Japan	4	3	2
Hist 3111	Modern USA	4	3	2
Elective	*	3	2	2
	Total	22	16	12

Total credit – 22 pts

Total hrs – 28

* A student can choose any one elective course

Foundation Courses

Eng 3002 (3) English

Core Courses

Hist 3208 (4) Modern Myanmar II

Hist 3209 (4) Modern Southeast Asia II

Hist 3210 (4) Modern Japan

Hist 3211 (4) Modern USA

* Elective courses

Hist 3212 (3) Modern India II

Hist 3213 (3) Economic and Social History of Modern Southeast Asia II

Hist 3214 (3) Foreign Relations in the Konbaung Period II

Modern Myanmar II

Module No: Hist-3208

First Year (Hons:) 2nd Semester

Course Description

Theme Area: Analyzing the system changes of colonial and independent Myanmar

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

appraise the transformation of Myanmar in colonial and independent era until 1990s,
evaluate the system changes of Myanmar under different administrations, and
criticize the advantages and disadvantages of Myanmar society under system changes.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

interpret the transformation process of a society,
estimate impacts of transformation on a society, and
analyze the causes and effects of system changes.

Modern Southeast Asia II

Module No: Hist-3209

First Year (Hons:) 2nd Semester

Course Description

Theme Area: Exploring the struggles of Southeast Asian nations before and after independence

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

analyze the struggles of Southeast Asian nations before and after independence,
evaluate the attempts of Southeast Asian nations for development after independence, and
criticize the successes and failures of development efforts of SEA nations.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

evaluate the changes of a region from analytical approach,
criticize the efforts for progress, and
scrutinize the reasons for success or failure.

Modern Japan

Module No: Hist-3210

First Year (Hons:) 2nd Semester

Course Description

Theme Area: Evaluating the rise and fall of Japan throughout ages and its current role in International Arena

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

estimate the modernization process of Japan,
appraise the struggles of Japan to became a power in international politics, and
analyze the reasons for the fall and rise of Japan in global order.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

interpret the process of modernization,
analyze the reasons which paved the ways for success, and
criticize the causes which led to the failure.

Modern USA

Module No: Hist-3211

First Year (Hons:) 2nd Semester

Course Description

Theme Area: Analyzing the rationale to reach USA to global leadership role

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

appraise transformation of USA from regional to global power,
evaluate the role of USA in new global order, and
analyze the ideologies that drive USA to maintain global leadership role.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

evaluate the struggles to achieve victories,
assess the role of huge institutions that manipulate global order, and
analyze the ideologies from critical thinking approach.

Modern India II

Module No: Hist-3212

First Year (Hons:) 2nd Semester

Course Description

Theme Area: Surveying the changes and struggles of colonial India and Independent India for survival and development during twentieth century

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

assess the underlying reasons for British reform programmes in India from investigative view,
evaluate the features of British reform schemes and characteristics of Indian nationalist movement before World War II,
criticize the advantages and disadvantages of Indian involvement in World War II, and
analyze the profits and losses of Indian after Independence from investigative view.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

evaluate underlying causes of the events from critical view,
inspect strengths and weaknesses of events from qualitative view, and
analyze the advantages and disadvantages of the events from investigative view

6 Second Year (Honours)

Semester I

Module No	Name of Module	Credit Points	Hours per week
Eng 4001	English	3	2	2
Hist 4201	Myanmar Historiography I	4	3	2
Hist 4202	Myanmar Historical Literature I	4	3	2
Hist 4203	Contemporary Southeast Asia I	4	3	2
Hist 4204	Modern Middle East I	4	3	2
Hist 4205	International Relations since 1945 I	4	3	2
	Total	23	17	12

Total credit – 23 pts

Total hrs – 29

Foundation Courses

Eng 4001 (3) English

Core Courses

Hist 4201(4) Myanmar Historiography I

Hist 4202(4) Myanmar Historical Literature I

Hist 4203(4) Contemporary Southeast Asia I

Hist 4204(4) Modern Middle East I

Hist 4205(4) International Relations since 1945 I

Myanmar Historiography I

Module No: Hist-4201

Second Year (Hons:) 1st Semester

Course Description

Theme Area: Revealing the concepts and intentions of Myanmar historical chroniclers in writing Chronicles

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

assess the intentions of Myanmar historical chroniclers in writing chronicles,
evaluate the nature of Myanmar chronicles, and
appraise the religious influences in Myanmar chronicles.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

appraise the intentions that hidden in the expressions,
evaluate the nature of expressions, and
analyze the reliability of expressions.

Myanmar Historical Literature I

Module No: Hist-4202

Second Year (Hons:) 1st Semester

Course Description

Theme Area: Examining the reliability and utility of Myanmar Historical Literature

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

interpret the primary writings of Myanmar Historical Literature,
assess the reliability of Historical Literature, and
analyze the utility of Historical Literature.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

evaluate the authenticity of documents,
analyze the usefulness of documents, and
interpret the hidden meanings of documents.

Contemporary Southeast Asia I

Module No: Hist-4203

Second Year (Hons:) 1st Semester

Course Description

Theme Area: Examining the Emergence of Southeast Asian nations after Second World War and their struggle in the context of Cold War

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

assess the struggles of Southeast Asian nations after gaining independence,
appraise the impacts of Cold War on Southeast Asian region, and
analyzing the interrelations among Southeast Asian nations.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

estimate the struggles for survival,
appraise the impacts of global events, and
analyze the different values of different nations.

Modern Middle East I

Module No: Hist-4204

Second Year (Hons:) 1st Semester

Course Description

Theme Area: Surveying the rise and fall of Middle Eastern region throughout Modern time

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

scrutinize the main reasons for the emergence and collapse of Ottoman Turkey Empire,
analyze the intervention and manipulation of Western countries in the Middle East, and
criticize the situations which paved the ways for the rise of modern nation states in the Middle East.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

assess the reasons for rise and fall circle,
analyze the reasons behind events, and
appraise the contributing factors that shaped the events.

International Relations since 1945 I

Module No: Hist-4205

Second Year (Hons:) 1st Semester

Course Description

Theme Area: Assessing the changing situations of International Relations in the context of Cold War

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

examine the changing situations of International Relations after the Second World War,
assess the seriousness of Cold War, and
analyze the impacts of Cold War in International Relations in the latter half of 20^th

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

evaluate the root causes of the tension,
assess the consequences of the tension, and
analyze the pros and cons of the events.

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Semester II

Module No	Name of Module	Credit Points	Hours per week
Eng 4002	English	3	2	2
Hist 4206	Myanmar Historiography II	4	3	2
Hist 4207	Myanmar Historical Literature II	4	3	2
Hist 4208	Contemporary Southeast Asia II	4	3	2
Hist 4209	Modern Middle East II	4	3	2
Hist 4210	International Relations since 1945 II	4	3	2
	Total	23	17	12

Total credit – 23 pts

Total hrs – 29

Foundation Courses

Eng 4002 (3) English

Core Courses

Hist 4206(4) Myanmar Historiography II

Hist 4207(4) Myanmar Historical Literature II

Hist 4208(4) Contemporary Southeast Asia II

Hist 4209(4) Modern Middle East II

Hist 4210(4) International Relations since 1945 II

Myanmar Historiography II

Module No: Hist-4206

Second Year(Hons:) 2nd Semester

Course Description

Theme Area: Examining the Myanmar chronicles and historical writings from Historiography approach

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

assess the evolution of Myanmar historical chronicles and writings,
evaluate the nature of Myanmar chronicles, and
appraise the value of historical records in Myanmar chronicles.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

appraise the evolution of disciplines,
evaluate the value of documents, and
apply the documents for research purposes.

Myanmar Historical Literature II

Module No: Hist-4207

Second Year(Hons:) 2nd Semester

Course Description

Theme Area: Examining the interpretation and utility of Myanmar Historical Literature in medieval and modern times

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

interpret the primary writings of Myanmar Historical Literature,
assess the reliability of Historical writings, and
analyze the utility of Historical Literature and writings.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

evaluate the authenticity of documents,
analyze the usefulness of documents, and
apply the reliable documents for research purposes.

Contemporary Southeast Asia II

Module No: Hist-4208

Second Year(Hons:) 2nd Semester

Course Description

Theme Area: Examining the Nation Building Process of Southeast Asian Nations and the Role of ASEAN in international relations

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

assess the efforts of Southeast Asian nations for nation-buildings,
appraise the international relations of SEA nations in new global order, and
analyzing the role of ASEAN in regional and global order.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

estimate the struggles for sustainable development,
appraise the interlinks between global and regional orders, and
analyze the role of regional organ in sustainable development.

Modern Middle East II

Module No: Hist-4209

Second Year (Hons:) 2nd Semester

Course Description

Theme Area: Surveying the conflicts of Middle East and the interferences of Great Powers

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

scrutinize the roots of Arab-Israeli Conflicts,
analyze the intervention and manipulation of Western countries in the Middle East, and
criticize the situations which led to the increasing tensions in the Middle East.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

assess the prime reasons of the conflicts,
analyze the protectionism of nation states, and
appraise the contributing factors that shaped the events.

International Relations since 1945 II

Module No: Hist-4210

Second Year (Hons:) 2nd Semester

Course Description

Theme Area: Assessing new order of International Relations in post-Cold War era

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

examine the changing situations of International Relations after Cold War,
assess the complicated situations in international order after Cold War, and
analyze the changing role of UN in new global order.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

evaluate the logical basis for changes,
assess the impacts of changes, and
analyze changing role of institutions in changing order.

7 Third Year (Honours & Q)

Semester I

Module No	Name of Module	Credit Points	Hours per week
Eng 5201	Historical Research and Writing I	4	3	2
Hist 5202	Western Historiography I	4	3	2
Hist 5203	Myanmar Epigraphy I	4	3	2
Hist 5204	Constitutional History of Myanmar I	4	3	2
Hist 5205	Environmental History I	4	3	2
Hist 5206	Economic History of Myanmar I	4	3	2
	Total	24	18	12

Total credit – 24 pts

Total hrs – 30

Core Courses

Hist 5201(4) Historical Research and Writing I

Hist 5202(4) Western Historiography I

Hist 5203(4) Myanmar Epigraphy I

Hist 5204(4) Constitutional History of Myanmar I

Hist 5205(4) Environmental History I

Hist 5206(4) Economic History of Myanmar I

Historical Research and Writing I

Module No: Hist-5201

Third Year Hons:/M.A Qualifying 1st Semester

Course Description

The course emphasizes on empowering the students with Historical Research Techniques and Methodologies. The course constitutes the Research and Writings, the Mechanics of Writings, the Format of Research Paper, and Special projects arranged by the Department. This course also introduces the students to Research Methods for History written by Simon Gunn and Lucy Faire.

Theme Area: Empowering the students with Historical Research Techniques and Methodologies for their research works

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

specify different methodologies of research for their research works,
utilize the systematic writings their research papers, and
adapt their knowledge and skill in research methodologies and writings to contribute to the departmental research projects.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

distinguish divergent methodologies for practical use,
utilize systematic means in workplace situations, and
alter their knowledge and skills to practical problem solutions.

Western Historiography I

Module No: Hist-5202

Third Year Hons:/M.A Qualifying 1st Semester

Course Description

The course explores the Western Historiography from BCE (before the Common Era) 490 to Seventeenth Century. The course covers the Greco-Roman Historiography, Medieval Historiography, Renaissance Historiography, and Seventeenth Century Historiography. It also introduces the students to the Heritage of World Civilization by Albert Craig.

Theme Area: Exploring Western Historiography from Greco-Roman Time to Seventeenth Century with explanatory approach

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

evaluate western historiography from ancient time up to the early modern period,
interpret the meanings of western historiography from various perspectives, and
adapt the concepts of western historiography to Myanmar historiography.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

assess the depth and width of a new discipline,
interpret the hidden meanings of a discipline, and
adapt the concepts of one discipline to another.

Myanmar Epigraphy I

Module No: Hist-5203

Third Year Hons:/M.A Qualifying 1st Semester

Course Description

The course explores Myanmar Epigraphy for the purpose of practical use in research. This course covers the History of Myanmar Epigraphy, Evolution of Myanmar Alphabet, Rubbing and Deciphering of Epigraphy. It also introduces the students to Ancient Myanmar Stone Inscriptions compiled by U Nyein Maung.

Theme Area: Surveying Myanmar Epigraphy for practical use in research works

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

read Myanmar epigraphy with interpretative approach,
rub and decipher Myanmar epigraphy for practical use, and
apply epigraphy in their research works.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

interpret ancient records,
decipher the meanings of ancient records, and
utilize the ancient records for research purpose.

Constitutional History of Myanmar I

Module No: Hist-5204

Third Year Hons:/M.A Qualifying 1st Semester

Course Description

The course explores Constitutional History of Myanmar during the colonial period. The course examines three Constitutions that applied in Myanmar under British rule and during Japanese Occupation period. The first two were; Government of India Act 1921 and Government of Burma Act 1935. The last one was Constitution of Burma 1943.

Theme Area: Scrutinizing the Constitutions that applied in Myanmar during colonial period

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of Constitutions that applied in Myanmar during colonial period from comparative point of view,
interpret the hidden intention of colonial rulers in applying these Constitutions in Myanmar, and
analyze the impacts of these Constitutions on Myanmar society.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

evaluate the different expressions from comparative view,
interpret the hidden meanings of expressions from analytical view, and
criticize the impacts of events and expressions on a society.

Environmental History I

Module No: Hist-5205

Third Year Hons:/M.A Qualifying 1st Semester

Course Description

The course explores Environmental History from multidimensional views. The course examines environmental history in terms of Conservation of Soil, Conservation of Wild Animals, Water Resources, Water Pollution, Air Pollution, Urbanization and Environment. The course also introduces the students to the traditional concepts of Myanmar society in environmental conservation.

Theme Area: Exploring the Environmental History from multidimensional points of view

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

evaluate the development of the concepts on environmental history,
assess the correlations between environment and human development, and
analyze the impacts of environmental changes on history.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

appraise the evolution of a discipline,
examine the interrelations between practical events and disciplines, and
criticize the impacts of phenomena on society.

Economic History of Myanmar I

Module No: Hist-5206

Third Year Hons:/M.A Qualifying 1st Semester

Course Description

The course surveys the economic history of Myanmar from Konbaung period up to 1948. The course covers the Traditional Economy of Konbaung Period, Economic Situations of Myanmar during Colonial Period, Economic Situations of Myanmar during Wartime, and Economic Situations of Myanmar after the Second World War up to the achievement of Independence.

Theme Area: Surveying Myanmar Economic Situations from early modern era to the end of colonial period

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

assess the changes of economic patterns and situations in Myanmar with qualitative view,
compare the impacts of different economic patterns on Myanmar society, and
analyze the reasons for the rise and fall of Myanmar economic situations under different rules.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

appraise the patterns and situations with qualitative point of view,
examine the impacts of changes on society, and
criticize the reasons for the development and decline of certain sectors.

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Semester II

Module No	Name of Module	Credit Points	Hours per week
Eng 5207	Historical Research and Writing II	4	3	2
Hist 5208	Western Historiography II	4	3	2
Hist 5209	Myanmar Epigraphy II	4	3	2
Hist 5210	Constitutional History of Myanmar II	4	3	2
Hist 5211	Environmental History II	4	3	2
Hist 5212	Economic History of Myanmar II	4	3	2
	Total	24	18	12

Total credit – 24 pts

Total hrs – 30

Core Courses

Hist 5207(4) Historical Research and Writing II

Hist 5208(4) Western Historiography II

Hist 5209(4) Myanmar Epigraphy II

Hist 5210(4) Constitutional History of Myanmar II

Hist 5211(4) Environmental History II

Hist 5212(4) Economic History of Myanmar II

Historical Research and Writing II

Module No: Hist-5207

Third Year Hons:/M.A Qualifying 2nd Semester

Course Description

The course emphasizes on empowering the students with Historical Research Techniques and Methodologies on Writing Papers and Theses. The course constitutes the Preparing lists of citation Works, Documenting Sources, Abbreviations and References Words, Special Projects arranged by the Department. The course also introduces the students to the “Handbook for Writers of Research Papers” compiled by MLA.

Theme Area: Empowering the students with Historical Research Techniques and Methodologies for their research works in detail manners

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

prepare the lists of citation works systematically,
distinguish primary sources from secondary ones,
prepare the lists of Abbreviations and Reference Words in alphabetical order, and
adapt their research knowledge and skill to contribute to the departmental research projects.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

prepare the needed lists of a work or works systematically,
differentiate the major things from minor ones, and
alter their knowledge and skills to practical use.

Western Historiography II

Module No: Hist-5208

Third Year Hons:/M.A Qualifying 2nd Semester

Course Description

The course explores the Western Historiography from Renaissance Period to Seventeenth Century. The course covers the development of Historiography during the Renaissance Period from 15th and 16th century; and the Historiography that developed in 17th century. The course also introduces the students to “An Introduction to Western Historiography to the 17th Century” compiled by the Department of History, University of Yangon.

Theme Area: Exploring Western Historiography from Fifteenth to Seventeenth Century with explanatory approach

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

evaluate western historiography from renaissance period to the early modern era,
interpret the meanings of western historiography from various perspectives, and
adapt the concepts of western historiography to Myanmar historiography.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

assess the depth, width and development of a new discipline,
interpret the hidden meanings of a discipline, and
adapt the concepts of one discipline to another.

Myanmar Epigraphy II

Module No: Hist-5209

Third Year Hons:/M.A Qualifying 2nd Semester

Course Description

The course explores Myanmar Epigraphy for the purpose of practical use in research. This course covers the Transliteration, Translation and Interpretation of Epigraphy. It also introduces the students to Ancient Myanmar Stone Inscriptions compiled by U Nyein Maung.

Theme Area: Transforming the information of Myanmar Epigraphy into practical use in research works

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

transliterate Myanmar epigraphy for practical use,
translate Myanmar epigraphy for research purpose, and
interpret Myanmar epigraphy for research works.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

transform ancient records to modern form,
translate ancient records for practical use, and
explain the ancient records for research works.

Constitutional History of Myanmar II

Module No: Hist-5210

Third Year Hons:/M.A Qualifying 2nd Semester

Course Description

The course explores Constitutional History of Myanmar after Independence up to the present. The course examines three Constitutions that applied in Myanmar after gaining independence until now; Constitution of the Union of Burma 1947; Constitution of the Socialist Republic of the Union of Burma 1974; and Constitution of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar 2008.

Theme Area: Scrutinizing the Constitutions that applied in Myanmar after Independence

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of Constitutions that applied in Myanmar after independence from comparative point of view,
interpret the hidden intention of different governments in applying these Constitutions in Myanmar, and
analyze the impacts of these Constitutions on Myanmar society.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

evaluate the different expressions from comparative view,
interpret the hidden meanings of expressions from analytical view, and
criticize the impacts of events and expressions on a society.

Environmental History II

Module No: Hist-5211

Third Year Hons:/M.A Qualifying 2nd Semester

Course Description

The course explores Environmental History from multidimensional views. The course examines environmental history in terms of Energy Crisis, Global Warming and the Future of Environmentalism, Strategic Resources and the Population Bomb, Waste Management, Technological Hazards: Disasters and Accidents, Deforestation and its Effects.

Theme Area: Exploring the Environmental History from multidimensional points of view

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

evaluate the development and expansion of the concepts on environmental literacy,
assess the correlations between environment and human development, and
analyze the impacts of environmental changes on history.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

appraise the evolution and expansion of a discipline,
examine the interrelations between practical events and disciplines, and
criticize the impacts of phenomena on society.

Economic History of Myanmar II

Module No: Hist-5212

Third Year Hons:/M.A Qualifying 2nd Semester

Course Description

The course surveys the economic history of Myanmar from 1948 to 1962. The course covers the Economic Situations of Myanmar under the Anti-Fascist People’s Freedom League (AFPFL) Government and the Economic Situations of Myanmar under the Caretaker Government and Pyidaungzu (Union) Party Government.

Theme Area: Surveying Myanmar Economic Situations from gaining independence to early 1960s

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

assess the changes of economic patterns and situations in Myanmar with qualitative view,
compare the impacts of different economic patterns on Myanmar society, and
analyze the reasons for the rise and fall of Myanmar economic situations under different rules.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

appraise the patterns and situations with qualitative point of view,
examine the impacts of changes on society, and
criticize the reasons for the development and decline of certain sectors.

8 First Year (MA)

Semester I

Module No	Name of Module	Credit Points	Hours per week
Hist 611	Contemporary Myanmar I	4	4	2
Hist 612	Contemporary China	4	4	2
Hist 613	Traditional Statecraft in Southeast Asia	4	4	2
Hist 614	Sources of Myanmar History and Research Methodology	4	4	2
	Total	16	16	8

4 Credit Points for (4) Lecturing Hours and 2 Credit Point for (2)Tutorial/Discussion Hours.

Contemporary Myanmar I

Module No: Hist-611

First Year M.A 1st Semester

Course Description

The course emphasizes on the history of contemporary Myanmar from the time of Socialist Revolution to the time of State Law and Order and Restoration Council (SLORC) Government. The course covers the Governance, Economic, Social and Cultural aspects of Myanmar during the time of Socialist Revolution and those aspects of Myanmar under the SLORC Government.

Theme Area: Analyzing the contemporary history of Myanmar from 1960s to 2010

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

examine the governance, socio-economic and cultural aspects of Myanmar under Socialist Revolution with analytical view,
evaluate the governance, socio-economic and cultural aspects of Myanmar under SLORC government with qualitative view, and
compare the general aspects of Myanmar under different administrations.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

appraise the cases with analytical view,
assess the cases with qualitative view, and
compare the different cases under different situations with critical view.

Contemporary China

Module No: Hist-612

First Year M.A 1st Semester

Course Description

The course explores contemporary history of the People’s Republic of China from post-Mao era to its drive to Economic Modernization. The course covers Hua-Guo-Feng Period, Deng-Xiao-Ping Came to Power, Political Progress under Deng, Pragmatism of Deng, Goal of Stability and Strong China, Four Modernization of Deng, Socialist Market Economy and Economic Development, Social Changes after the Economic Modernization, Sino-US, Sino-Russia, Sino-East Asian and Sino-ASEAN Relations.

Theme Area: Analyzing the Endeavours of China for Modernization under Deng-Xiao-Ping

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

evaluate the policy changes of China after Mao era with analytical view,
assess the modernization efforts of China under Deng with qualitative view, and
analyze the impacts of China’s modernization on Global Order.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

appraise the consequences of policy changes in a society with analytical view,
examine the success and failure of the efforts with qualitative view, and
analyze the impacts of great changes on Global Order.

Traditional Statecraft in Southeast Asia

Module No: Hist-613

First Year M.A 1st Semester

Course Description

The course explores Traditional Statecraft in Southeast Asia. This course covers the Patterns of Statecraft in Early Southeast Asian kingdoms, Brahmanical Theory of Kingship in Angkor, Early Buddhist Conception of World Process, Kingship and Statecraft in Myanmar Chronicles, the Paradigms of Asoka-Maurya Dynasties in Traditional Polity; Pre-Modern Myanmar Statecraft under the Restored Taungoo Dynasty (1600-1752), and Pre-Modern Thai Statecraft of Ayutthaya Empire (1569-1767).

Theme Area: Analyzing the Evolution of Traditional Statecraft in Southeast Asia

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

examine the patterns of statecraft in Southeast Asia with critical view,
assess the paradigms of statecraft in Myanmar with investigative view, and
analyze the pre-modern statecraft in Thailand with qualitative view.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

appraise the management of institutions with critical view,
evaluate the quality of models with investigative view, and
scrutinize the evolution of management models with qualitative view.

Sources of Myanmar History and Research Methodology

Module No: Hist-614

First Year M.A 1st Semester

Course Description

The course explores Sources of Myanmar History and Research Methodology with the approach of utilization. The course covers the Studies on the writing material of Myanmar (Pe and Parabaik), Epigraphy, Chronicles and Literature including various treatises and official records, accounts, journals and diaries, and Royal Orders, Sittans and Dhammathats.

Theme Area: Surveying the Sources of Myanmar History and Research Methodology with the aim of utilization

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

assess the value of Pes and Parabaiks as historical sources with qualitative view,
interpret the meaning of Myanmar historical literatures and documents into practical use for research works, and
utilize the Myanmar historical sources in research works in accordance with research methodology.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

evaluate the value of sources with qualitative view,
interpret the hidden meanings of sources for utilization, and
apply the sources in practical works line with methodology.

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Semester II

Module No	Name of Module	Credit Points	Hours per week
Hist 621	Contemporary Myanmar II	4	4	2
Hist 622	Contemporary Europe	4	4	2
Hist 623	Contemporary International Relations of Southeast Asia	4	4	2
Hist 624	Myanmar Art and Architecture	4	4	2
	Total	16	16	8

4 Credit Points for (4) Lecturing Hours and 2 Credit Point for (2)Tutorial/Discussion Hours.

Contemporary Myanmar II

Module No: Hist-621

First Year M.A 2nd Semester

Course Description

The course emphasizes on the history of contemporary Myanmar from the time of preparations for Democratization to the time of elected governments up to the present. The course covers the emergence of a roadmap to democracy, the Saffron Revolution (2007), impacts of Cyclone Nargis, 2008 Constitution and Referendum, Preparations for elections; Democratization of Myanmar (2011 – 2015), 2015 Election and Emergence of New Government formed by NLD Party.

Theme Area: Analyzing the contemporary history of Myanmar from 2000s up to present

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

examine the preparations of SPDC government for democratization with qualitative view,
evaluate the democratization efforts of Myanmar under President U Thein Sein with investigative view, and
analyze the 2015 elections and the democratization efforts of new government under NLD.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

appraise the transitional process with qualitative view,
assess the transformation process with investigative view, and
scrutinize the challenges of transformation process with critical view.

Contemporary Europe

Module No: Hist-622

First Year M.A 2nd Semester

Course Description

The course emphasizes on the history of contemporary Europe from the time of Cold War up to time of European Integration. The course covers the Supra-Nationalist Approach, the Council of Europe, Schuman Plan, Pleven Plan, European Common Market, European Economic Community, Free Trade Area, the Dissolution of Soviet Union, NATO and the European Union.

Theme Area: Exploring the contemporary history of Europe from the time of Cold War to the time of European Integration

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

examine the efforts for economic integration of western Europe during the Cold War with analytical view,
evaluate the consequences of the collapse of Soviet Union with investigative view,
analyze the expansion of influence of western Europe to the eastern Europe with qualitative view, and
criticize the strengths and weaknesses of EU with comparative view.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

appraise the trans-national efforts with analytical view,
assess the impacts of great failures on world order, and
scrutinize the strengths and weaknesses of trans-national efforts.

Contemporary International Relations of Southeast Asia

Module No: Hist-623

First Year M.A 2nd Semester

Course Description

The course explores the international relations of Southeast Asia in contemporary period. The course covers Southeast Asia in post-World War II, Neutralism in Southeast Asia, Regional Problems of Southeast Asia from 1949 to 1965, the Formation of ASEAN, US disengagement in Southeast Asia, the Development of ASEAN, and the expansion of ASEAN in post-Cold War era.

Theme Area: Analyzing the international relations of Southeast Asia from post-World War II to post-Cold War era

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

estimate the trend of international relations of Southeast Asia after World War II with analytical view,
examine the pros and cons of the emergence of ASEAN on regional arena, and
analyze the development and future prospects of ASEAN in international relations with critical view.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

appraise the trend of a region with critical view,
evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of the formation of new institution, and
criticize the progress and prospects of an institution with analytical view.

Myanmar Art and Architecture

Module No: Hist-624

First Year M.A 2nd Semester

Course Description

The course explores Myanmar Art and Architecture with the purpose of utilization in research works. The course covers Rock Painting of Late Paleolithic Badut (Balalin) Caves, Indian Influence on Myanmar Art and Architecture, Architecture of ancient Pyu cities, Decoration of Bagan temples, Development of the structure of Pagodas, and the Development of Buddhist Iconography.

Theme Area: Exploring Myanmar Art and Architecture from prehistoric time up to end of Bagan period with research purpose

Expected Learning Outcomes

Specific Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

assess the roots of Myanmar Art and Architecture with qualitative view,
evaluate the influence of India on Myanmar Art and Architecture with comparative view, and
analyze the evolution of Myanmar Art and Architecture with interpretive view.

Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

At the end of the Semester, the students would be able to

appraise the genesis of a culture with qualitative view,
examine the impacts of other civilization on a culture with comparative view, and
criticize the development of a culture with interpretive view.