Colonialism Throughout History: A Global Study

This curriculum provides a factual examination of colonial expansion from the early modern period to the late 20th century. You will learn about the economic motivations behind exploration, the administrative structures used by various empires to maintain control, and the systemic impacts on indigenous populations. The course covers the settlement of the Americas, the corporate rule of the East India Company, the partition of Africa, and the eventual waves of decolonization. By analyzing primary sources and case studies, you will gain a clear understanding of how imperial policies shaped global trade, culture, and borders.