Is globalization a pre modern or modern phenomenon?
DescriptionThe course gives an introduction to the phenomenon of globalization from an archaeological and historical perspective. The following themes will be covered: conditions and driving forces for the globalizing processes, the exchange patterns of the “pre-European” world, the European expansion from the 15th century, cultural encounters and hybridity, merchant capitalism and the East India trade, slavery and plantations and the life of the non-articulate groups of humanity. Special emphasis is given to ecological globalization and to the threat to the global heritage caused by climate change. Show
Department of Archaeology and Ancient History Visiting address Postal address +46 46 222 79 40 Requirements and selectionEntry requirementsGeneral requirements for university studies in Sweden Selection criteriaSeats are allocated according to the following: The general average (GPA) of your higher secondary school leaving certificate: 34 %, The Swedish national university aptitude test: 34 %, number of previous ECTS at application deadline (up to 165): 32 %. If students have equal credentials, seats are allocated based on their results on The Swedish National University Aptitude Test. If this too is equal, seats are allocated based on a draw. ApplyStart Spring Semester 2023Day-time Lund, part time 50% In English Study period 20 January 2023 - 24 March 2023 Application Closed for applications Day-time Lund, part time 50% In English Study period 20 January 2023 - 24 March 2023 Application Last application date 2022-10-17 How to applyLund University uses a national application system run by University Admissions in Sweden. It is only possible to apply during the application periods. When to apply for studies Step 1: Apply online
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* Note that the process is different if you are applying as an exchange student or as a part of a cooperation programme (such as Erasmus+). Tuition feesNon-EU/EEA citizensFull programme/course tuition fee: SEK 13 750 First payment: SEK 13 750 Convert currency – xe.com Citizens of a country outside of the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland are required to pay tuition fees. You pay one instalment of the tuition fee in advance of each semester. Tuition fees, payments and exemptions EU/EEA citizens and SwitzerlandThere are no tuition fees for citizens of the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland. Scholarships & fundingIs globalization a modern phenomenon?While globalization is often referred to as a contemporary or modern phenomenon, globalization can be studied from a historical perspective, by using the historical record spanning many centuries or millennia.
What is globalization as a phenomenon?Globalisation is an intermittent process. Its impact may differ from time to time, but it always brings the economic, political, social and cultural aspects of society to the global level. Simultaneously, it continues to demonstrate new traits on an almost-daily basis and is constantly exposed to new events.
When did globalization start modern?When did globalization begin? Many scholars say it started with Columbus's voyage to the New World in 1492. People traveled to nearby and faraway places well before Columbus's voyage, however, exchanging their ideas, products, and customs along the way.
What is modern globalization?Globalization is the word used to describe the growing interdependence of the world's economies, cultures, and populations, brought about by cross-border trade in goods and services, technology, and flows of investment, people, and information.
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