Culture and Religions in Korean History

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Course Description

This colloquium explores the major themes of Korean history before 1800 and the role of culture and religions in shaping the everyday life of Chosôn-dynasty Koreans. Themes include the aristocracy and military in the Koryô dynasty, Buddhism and Confucianism in the making of Chosôn Korea, kingship and court culture, slavery and women, family and rituals, death and punishment, and the Korean alphabet (Hangûl) and print culture.

Cross Listed Courses

Grading Basis

RLT - Letter (ABCD/NP)

Min

4

Max

5

Course Repeatable for Degree Credit?

No

Course Component

Colloquium

Enrollment Optional?

No

This course has been approved for the following WAYS

Exploring Difference and Power (EDP), Social Inquiry (SI)

Does this course satisfy the University Language Requirement?

No

Programs

HISTORY392F is a completion requirement for: