The Crusades

This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2008:

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This subject explores the crusading movement and the world of the crusaders from the first crusade in 1095 to the fall of Acre in 1291. Topics include definitions and justifications of holy war and jihad; motives for crusading; the Latin kingdom of Jerusalem; relations between Muslims and Christians during the crusading period; preaching, pilgrimage and travel; the Albigensian crusade and crusades within Europe; and the impact of the crusades on western culture. Students completing this subject should be able to demonstrate a general knowledge of the crusading period between 1095-1291; demonstrate familiarity with the main sources and historical debates concerning the crusades; and demonstrate understanding of the cultural, social, political and religious contexts in which the crusades occurred.

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• demonstrate research skills through competent use of the library and other information sources

• show critical thinking and analysis through recommended reading, essay writing and tutorial discussion, and by determining the strength of an argument;

• demonstrate understanding of social, ethical and cultural context through the contextualisation of judgements, developing a critical self-awareness, being open to new ideas and possibilities and by constructing an argument.