Universität Wien

150302 VO StEOP: Introduction to Premodern Korean History (2025W)

4.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 15 - Ostasienwissenschaften
STEOP
Moodle
Mo 15.12. 09:45-11:15 Hörsaal A UniCampus Zugang Hof 2 2F-EG-32

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Details

Language: German

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

  • Monday 06.10. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal A UniCampus Zugang Hof 2 2F-EG-32
  • Monday 13.10. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal A UniCampus Zugang Hof 2 2F-EG-32
  • Monday 20.10. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal A UniCampus Zugang Hof 2 2F-EG-32
  • Monday 27.10. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal A UniCampus Zugang Hof 2 2F-EG-32
  • Monday 03.11. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal A UniCampus Zugang Hof 2 2F-EG-32
  • Monday 10.11. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal A UniCampus Zugang Hof 2 2F-EG-32
  • Monday 17.11. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal A UniCampus Zugang Hof 2 2F-EG-32
  • Monday 24.11. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal A UniCampus Zugang Hof 2 2F-EG-32
  • Monday 01.12. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal A UniCampus Zugang Hof 2 2F-EG-32
  • Monday 12.01. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal A UniCampus Zugang Hof 2 2F-EG-32
  • Monday 19.01. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal A UniCampus Zugang Hof 2 2F-EG-32
  • Monday 26.01. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal A UniCampus Zugang Hof 2 2F-EG-32

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

This course is part of the StEOP (Introductory and Orientation Phase) and is aimed at first-semester students of Korean Studies. The content of this course is completed with the module examination at the end of the semester.

Content:
*) Introduction to Korean history from early times to the end of the 19th century.
*) Overview of key events in the various periods of Korean history; you will become familiar with political systems, important figures, and social movements.

Objectives:
*) After completing this course, you will have a basic knowledge of premodern Korean history (key events, figures, and dates).

Method:
Lectures by the course instructor, supported by PowerPoint slides, reading assignments, and additional multimedia elements.

Tutorial:
This course is accompanied by a tutorial where students deepen their understanding of the material and work through exercises, etc. Dates and location will be announced at the start of the semester:
—TBA—

Assessment and permitted materials

The assessment consists of a final exam at the end of the semester (first exam date: Monday, February 2, 2026, 9:45–11:15, Lecture Hall C2).

Final written exam:
*) Duration: up to 90 minutes
*) Format: on-site
*) Question types: multiple-choice and matching questions covering the lecture content
*) Language: German

Permitted materials:
A dictionary is allowed. Students whose native language is not German may bring a dictionary in their language.
No electronic devices (smartphones) are permitted.

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

Registration for the exam is mandatory; _it is not_ sufficient to be registered for the course only.
Registration for the StEOP exam will open two weeks before the exam date.

At least 60 points are required for a passing grade.
1 (very good): 100–91 points
2 (good): 90–81 points
3 (satisfactory): 80–71 points
4 (sufficient): 70–60 points
5 (fail): 59–0 points

Examination topics

Materials (literature, slides, etc.) will be made available on the Moodle online platform.
Readings relevant for the exam will be clearly indicated as such.

Reading list

*) Deuchler, Martina (1992): The Confucian Transformation of Korea: A Study of Society and Ideology. Cambridge, Mass.: Harvard University Press.

*) Seth, Michael J. (2020): A Concise History of Premodern Korea: From Antiquity through the Nineteenth Century. 3rd ed. Lanham, Maryland: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers.

*) Additional in-depth literature for individual sessions will be announced on Moodle.

Association in the course directory

BA M02

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