HIEA 139GSAn Introduction to Southeast Asia (circa 800–1900)

4 units · HIEA · UC San Diego

This course provides an overview of Southeast Asian culture and history from 800 to the age of imperialism. It addresses regional geography, diversity, religion, political and social structures, mercantile and cultural ties abroad, the arrival of Islam, and the region’s changing relationship with European and Asian power. Students must apply and be accepted into the Global Seminars Program.