Handbook

The course provides an insight into the origins, development and consequences of the Cold War—the confrontation between capitalism and socialism shaped the international system and the Asia–Pacific region and affected most of the world’s population for nearly half a century from 1945. The course charts the origins of the Cold War and its evolution, considering geopolitical, ideological, strategic, economic and sociopolitical developments. The Cold War will be examined globally with emphasis on its manifestations in the Asia–Pacific region.

 This course is a survey course designed to give students a broad introduction into the history of the Cold War as well as to build students’ skills. It will develop students’ ability to think analytically, by focusing on the different interpretations of the Cold War by both historians and historical actors.