Alexander the Great and the Hellenistic World (ANCH307)

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:

1. demonstrate broad and coherent understanding of the politics, society and culture of the Hellenistic World;
2. independently research political and historical theories about the political, military and social policies of Alexander the Great, thereby demonstrating autonomy, well-developed judgement and responsibility as a learner;
3. review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge about Alexander the Great and his world from both written and non-written primary and secondary sources;
4. demonstrate a broad understanding of Alexander's Empire, and reflect critically on his significance and impact in world history;
5. generate and critically evaluate ideas and concepts about political leadership, governance, society, culture, and history in the Hellenistic World, and especially about the political, social and legal institutions used to establish Alexander's regime; and
6. construct and communicate a clear, coherent, evidence-based written argument dealing with theoretical propositions and conclusions about Alexander the Great and the Hellenstic World.