HIST309 Social and Economic History of Europe
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Political Science and International Relations
Muhidin Mulalić
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
This course introduces students to the relationship between economic, social and historical thought in Europe. It familiarizes students with major economic transformations, social and institutional changes and developments in Europe from early modern period onward.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
A. Di Vittorio (eds.), 2006. An Economic History of Europe: From Expansion to Development. London: Routledge; Karl Gunner Persson. (2010). An Economic History of Europe: Knowledge, Institutions and Growth, 600 to the Present. Cambridge: University Press.
Additional Literature
1. Francois Crouzet. 2001. A History of the European Economy 1000-2000. The University Press of Virginia. 2. Beat Kumin. 2017. The European World 1500-1800. London: Routledge. 3. Anthony Sutcliffe. 2014. An Economic and Social History of Western Europe Since 1945. London: RoutledgeTeaching Methods
This course employs a range of teaching and learning methods such as lecturing
Written assignments
Presentations
Essays
Group debates and pop quiz.
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Course Introduction | pp. 1-9. |
| 2 | The Economy in the Fifteenth Century: Preconditions for European Expansion | ch. 1 |
| 3 | European Expansion in the Sixteenth Century | ch. 2 |
| 4 | European Expansion in the Seventeenth Century | ch. 3 |
| 5 | The European Economies in the Eighteenth Century | ch. 4 |
| 6 | The Nineteenth Century: Growth and Transformation of the Economy | ch. 5 |
| 7 | MIDTERM EXAM AND ITS PREPARATION | |
| 8 | The Nineteenth Century: Demographic Dynamism and Social Change | ch. 6 |
| 9 | The Nineteenth Century: The Process of Industrialization | ch. 7 |
| 10 | The Nineteenth Century: The Revolution in Transport and Communications | ch. 8 |
| 11 | The Nineteenth Century: International Exchanges and Monetary Systems | ch. 9 |
| 12 | The Twentieth Century: Growth and Transformation of the Economy | ch. 10 |
| 13 | The Twentieth Century: World Wars, Fall of Soviet Block and Globalization | ch. 11 |
| 14 | European Welfare System: Economic and Social Policies | ch. 12 |
| 15 | Review and Discussion |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HIST309.1 | Course | Tuesday 15:00 - 17:50 | B F2.4 | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 13:00 | B F2.24 | |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 13:00 | B F2.24 |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5 6
Video Talk
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3
Mid-term exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 4 5
Group Panel
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 2 3 4 5
Participation
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 2 6
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 6 ECTS credit course corresponds to 150 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture Hours
45 hours ⏳ (15 week × 3 h)
Video Talk
6 hours ⏳ (2 week × 3 h)
Participation
14 hours ⏳ (7 week × 2 h)
Home Study
28 hours ⏳ (14 week × 2 h)
Mid-term Exam Study
17 hours ⏳ (1 week × 17 h)
Final Exam Study
20 hours ⏳ (1 week × 20 h)
Group Panel
20 hours ⏳ (2 week × 10 h)
150 Total Workload Hours
6 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [HIST309] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
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| HIST309 | Social and Economic History of Europe | 3 | 0 | 6 | TUE 15:00-17:00 | |||||
| Prerequisite | Junior Standing | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Muhidin Mulalić | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Monday: 9:00-13:00 Wednesday: 9:00-13:00 |
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| mmulalic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Assistant E-mail | |||||||||
| Course Objectives | This course introduces students to the relationship between economic, social and historical thought in Europe. It familiarizes students with major economic transformations, social and institutional changes and developments in Europe from early modern period onward. | |||||||||
| Textbook | A. Di Vittorio (eds.), 2006. An Economic History of Europe: From Expansion to Development. London: Routledge; Karl Gunner Persson. (2010). An Economic History of Europe: Knowledge, Institutions and Growth, 600 to the Present. Cambridge: University Press. | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | This course employs a range of teaching and learning methods such as lecturing, written assignments, presentations, essays, group debates and pop quiz. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Course Introduction | pp. 1-9. | ||||||||
| Week 2 | The Economy in the Fifteenth Century: Preconditions for European Expansion | ch. 1 | ||||||||
| Week 3 | European Expansion in the Sixteenth Century | ch. 2 | ||||||||
| Week 4 | European Expansion in the Seventeenth Century | ch. 3 | ||||||||
| Week 5 | The European Economies in the Eighteenth Century | ch. 4 | ||||||||
| Week 6 | The Nineteenth Century: Growth and Transformation of the Economy | ch. 5 | ||||||||
| Week 7 | MIDTERM EXAM AND ITS PREPARATION | |||||||||
| Week 8 | The Nineteenth Century: Demographic Dynamism and Social Change | ch. 6 | ||||||||
| Week 9 | The Nineteenth Century: The Process of Industrialization | ch. 7 | ||||||||
| Week 10 | The Nineteenth Century: The Revolution in Transport and Communications | ch. 8 | ||||||||
| Week 11 | The Nineteenth Century: International Exchanges and Monetary Systems | ch. 9 | ||||||||
| Week 12 | The Twentieth Century: Growth and Transformation of the Economy | ch. 10 | ||||||||
| Week 13 | The Twentieth Century: World Wars, Fall of Soviet Block and Globalization | ch. 11 | ||||||||
| Week 14 | European Welfare System: Economic and Social Policies | ch. 12 | ||||||||
| Week 15 | Review and Discussion | |||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 40 | 1,2,3,4,5,6 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Video Talk | 1 | 10 | 1,2,3 | Not Allowed | |
| Mid-term exam | 1 | 20 | 1,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Group Panel | 1 | 20 | 2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Participation | 1 | 10 | 2,6 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture Hours | 3 | 15 | 45 | Video Talk | 3 | 2 | 6 | |||
| Participation | 2 | 7 | 14 | Home Study | 2 | 14 | 28 | |||
| Mid-term Exam Study | 17 | 1 | 17 | Final Exam Study | 20 | 1 | 20 | |||
| Group Panel | 10 | 2 | 20 | |||||||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 27/03/2026 | |||||||||