This course is a survey of Southeast Asian history from 1750 to the present. The course will highlight the development of a modern Southeast Asian civilization during a period of great difficulty and intensity, when Southeast Asians struggled to maintain independence in the face of increasing influence and pressure from outside. Topics to be examined will include colonialism, nationalism, the formation of new states and societies, efforts at regionalism, and ethnic and religious tensions.

CILO-1: Present a narrative of Southeast Asian history. CILO-2: Demonstrate broad knowledge of major historical period, events, figures and patterns. CILO-3: Criticize major frameworks, paradigms, and schools that have shaped the writing of Southeast Asian history. CILO-4: Identify primary sources and conduct appropriate researches in Southeast Asian history. CILO-5: Acquire basic reading and writing skills in history of Southeast Asia.