ProgrammesThe Department runs three (3) programmes at the undergraduate and post-graduate levels. These are the Bachelor of Arts Degree; Master of Arts Degree; and Doctor of Philosophy Degree. The Bachelor of Arts Degree programme is designed to provide deep insight into the study of history as an academic discipline, while the postgraduate degree programmes (M.A. and Ph.D.) are designed to provide advance training in History and historical research to student in order to enhance their research capability and to prepare them for a career in the various fields of the humanities. The central focus of the history programme both at the undergraduate and postgraduate level is on Nigerian and African history in time perspective, as well as on the study of the history of developed and developing regions of the world. OBJECTIVES
Using mainly the traditional historical methods of analysis, complemented with the developed research methods of the Social Sciences, the programme is specifically designed to: - Train and produce well grounded graduates with advanced knowledge in History and International Studies;
- Provide intensive training for the understanding of world history from afro-centric perspective;
- Teach the rudiments of diplomatic history and diplomatic etiquette.
- To produce graduates who can become self-employed and employment generators.
- To produce graduates who will be able to fit comfortably into a globalised society.
PHILOSOPHY OF THE DEPARTMENT
The philosophy of the new programme is to produce balanced, well-rounded citizens able to perceive and analyse events and developments around them. In addition, it is to expose the students to various aspects of history with the aim of achieving self-realization and a strong sense of the need to contribute positively to national development. More importantly, the programme is situated within the concrete objective of the Nigerian historical experience.
TITLE OF DEGREE: B.A. (History and International Studies)
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
UTME:
(a) Five “O” Level Credits passes in GCE,SSCE,NECO, equivalent to include History or Government, English Language and three other Art or ,Social Sciences subjects.
(b) UTME Subjects: English, History or Government and any two Arts/Social Science/Science subjects.
Direct Entry:
• Two ‘A’ Level passes which must include History or Government and any other one Arts or Social Sciences subject;
• NCE with History or Government and any other one Art, Social Sciences subject with a minimum of merit pass; and
• Diploma in Law, Public Administration, Peace and Conflict Resolution Studies from an accredited government Tertiary Institution with at least merit pass
PRORAMME STRUCTURE
Students admitted through U.M.E. run a 4-year degree programme while those admitted through the direct entry run a 3-year degree programme. Students are expected to register for a minimum of 30 and a maximum of 48 credits per session. Students are at liberty to register for their elective courses from within the Faculty of Arts or other Faculties which include Law, Education and Business and Social Sciences.
*It is to be noted however that the current 300 and 400 levels students are not beneficiaries of the new programme because the approval for it by NUC commenced from the 2010/2011 academic session.
NEW PROGRAMME
An overhaul of the old courses was carried out in the Department to incorporate new courses in the proposed programme. While titles of some courses were changed, some new courses have been added and some of the existing ones were modified or retained, as outlined below: | HIS | No of Credits | COURSE TITLE | COURSE DESCRIPTION | Status | | 101 | 3 | Nigeria From 1500 to 1800 | Historical developments in the Nigerian region from 1500-1800 AD. State formation and inter-group relations in the areas of political, religious, economic and socio-cultural activities. | C | | 122 | 3 | Elements of Diplomacy and Strategic Studies | Historical origin of diplomacy, its meaning as well as classifications of Diplomats and consuls. The duties and functions of diplomatic and consular personnel, establishment and determination of diplomatic relations, diplomatic priviledges and immunities. The concept of policy and strategic studies, elements and types of strategy. | C | | 123 | 3 | Introduction to History and International Studies | Fundamental interpretations of the nature of history, sources, schools and traditions of historical scholarship. Definitions of foreign policy, theories, principles and practice of foreign/international relations | C | | 104 | 3 | North Africa from the first Arab Conquest of Egypt to 1500 A.D. | A discussion of Egypt and the beginnings of civilizations, its occupation by foreign powers including Libya, the Greeks and the Romans. The spread of Islam, the North African States, and their relations with West Africa | C | | 125 | 3 | Economic History of West Africa up to the 20th century | Major economic developments and activities in the West African region in the 19th centuries, highlighting the motivating factors of demand and supply from within, and the external factors engendered by the Europeans penetration of West Africa and the industrial revolution in Europe. | C | | 126 | 3 | Religions in West Africa | The origin of Africa Traditional Religion and the advent of Islam and Christianity in West Africa. The stages of development of Islam and Christianity in West Africa. The influence and impact of the religion on socio-political and economic activities of West African States. | C | | 127 | 3 | Introduction to Archaeology | Archaeology; its meaning, development and methods. General principles and techniques of the discipline. The relevance of inter-disciplinary approach to the study of history. Reconnaissance, excavation, artifact study and museum. Case studies sites including Nok, Benin, Oyo and Igbo-Ukwu to be examined. | C | | 108 | 3 | Major World Civilizations | A general survey of some of the major world civilizations and some of their major contribution to historical developments e.g. the Egyptians, the Arabs, the Greeks, the Romans, the Chinese and the Europeans. | C | | 109 | 3 | Europe to the Age of Revolution | A Survey of European history highlighting fundamental developments such as the early economic and social institutions, feudalism, the Renaissance, Reformation in the Christian Church, the Age of Discoveries, Mercantile, the New Scientific views of the World, the Age of Enlightenment, the American and French Revolutions and Industrial Revolutions. | C | | 110 | 3 | Blacks in the Diaspora | A study of the black communities found outside Africa in other areas of the world, the factors of their dispersal and their role in contemporary world affairs. | C | | 111 | 3 | Outline History of Africa from 1500-1800 A.D. | The course examines the old empires and kingdoms that existed during this period in the Western Sudan, West Africa, North Africa, East Africa and Southern Africa; and the significance of trans-Saharan and post trans-Saharan contact and impact on the people | C | | 128 | 3 | Diplomatic Relations in West Africa up to 1900 AD | Foreign relations of pre-colonial West Africa states. The role of West African leaders, Arabs, missionaries and traders in the establishment and nurturing of these relations and the consequences for inter-state relations. | C | | 201 | 3 | The Nigerian Region 1800-1900 A.D. | The course examines some major developments, including internal and external factors, which brought the communities in the Nigerian region into a nation state. | C | | 222 | 3 | International Political Systems | Establishment, evolution and nature of the contemporary political systems. Scope and major trajectories of the various issues in the international agenda. | C | | 203 | 3 | History of Southern Africa from 1652-1912 | A survey of internal developments in the southern Africa region and internal factor of the Europeans as adventures/explorers settlers, miners and rulers up to 1912. | C | | 204 | 3 | History of Latin America from the 15th century to the 20th century | The Early empires and civilizations. The Incas and the Aztecs (Peru and Mexico), contact with Europe from the times of their explorations. The Spanish and other colonialists. The struggle for independence including the railway boom, the French adventure, as well as the 20th century problems of governance in the area, revolution and instability. | C | | 205 | 3 | History of the USA since 1877 A.D. | A Survey of historical developments including the background of colonial America. The war for independence, the Civil War, reconstruction. Industrialization, migrations. The emergence of America as a world power. America in world affairs as influenced by internal and external factors and developments | C | | 206 | 3 | History of Russia in the 19th Century | Historical developments in Russia history: Russia under Alexander 1; Russia and Ottoman Empire up to the Crimean War of 1853 to 1856 and the effects of the war serfdom and Emancipation of 1861 under Tsar Alexander II. Growth of the press and universities and the emergence of a critical intelligentsia and revolutionary Marxism and industrialization in the late 19th century. | C | | 207 | 3 | Africa and European Imperialism | This course will examine internal and external factors and developments which created the setting in Europe and Africa for European imperialism. Impact on Africa and the world. | C | | 208 | 3 | History of East Central Africa since 1800 AD | Efforts of state formation and consolidation in this region; analyzing the internal as well as the external factors of warfare, conquest and trade. Arab and European imperialism: Independence movements: regional organization and the struggle for survival. | C | | 209 | 3 | History of the Ottoman Empire and North Africa since 1590 | General history of North Africa and Ottoman empire since the 16th century using the fall of Constantinople as a background. Highlight of subsequent development of Ottoman empire in international relation to the treaty of kutchuk Kainaji of 1774, Crimean war, 1853-1856, the crises of the young Turks, 1908, the Balkan wars 1911-1913 and the First World War, 1914-1918, the Middle East since 1945 and the question of Israel, the Arab League, oil and international politics | C | | 210 | 3 | Europe from the French Revolution to the 2nd World War | The impact of French revolution on Europe and the subsequent development leading to the 2nd World War and the inter-war years and the Second World War and their impact. | C | | 221 | 3 | Philosophy of History and International Studies | Nature of history and international relations, their development as academic disciplines and their relevance to the society. | C | | 212 | 3 | 300 LEVEL OLD AND NEW COURSES |
Foundation of African Culture and Civilization | A comprehensive study of man, his culture and technology in Africa and of the changes that have taken place to produce the “classical” cultures of African peoples. | C | | 321 | 3 | Nigeria since 1914 | Colonial Nigeria and her experience as a dependency, especially during the period of depression, nationalism and development of political institutions; contemporary Nigerian history. | C | | 322 | 3 | History Research Method | Detailed discussion of available sources of information, the methods of collections, analysis, usage and evaluation of historical data. Practical exposure to the library, the archives, and field work of the collection for oral tradition. | C | | 323 | 3 | History of Southern Africa since 1912 | Developments in Southern Africa in the 20th century. The defeat of local resistance and the introduction of the Portuguese rule in Angola and Mozambique; extension of the British South African company (BSAC), the creation of the native affairs development in Angola, termination of German rule in Namibia, formation of African National Congress, institutionalization of apartheid policy in South Africa, domestic and international oppositions to apartheid, Nationalists struggle against white minority regimes and for independence in the various southern Africa States. Post-independent developments in the Southern African States. | C | | 324 | 3 | USSR 1917-1990 | The Russian revolution of 1917, the Civil War, 1919-1920, the roles of social revolutionaries and the formation of USSR, Mensheviks, Lenin and his leadership, Stalin and “Socialism in one Country”, USSR in the second world war and the Cold War. The emergence of the socialist economic bloc and its orientation and characteristic features, the fall of the Berlin wall and the disintegration of the USSR. | C | | 325 | 2 | History of Latin America since 1889 | Nature of the struggles for independence; the attainment of independence and post colonial problems associated with socio-economic and political developments in the various Latin American states. | E | | 326 | 3 | The Development of Contemporary International Economic System | Developments and nature of the international political economy. The theories and concepts of imperialism, hegemony and globalization. | C | | 307 | 3 | History of the Commonwealth | The course examines the process, arguments and activities by which the old British Empire rule from Whitehall transformed into a Commonwealth of independent and friendly nations: the imperial Federation idea, Colonial conferences of 1897, 1902, 1887, 1911, the First World war and its effects, imperial conferences of 1917, 1921, 1923, 1926 and the Balfour declaration. The imperial conferences of the 1930s, World War II and its effects and the decolonization process. The modern Commonwealth of Nations. | C | | 328 | 3 | Africa and International Affairs in the 20th Century | Political and economic development within Africa and international relations among Africa states and the outside world. The efforts of the African States in regional and continental organizations to solve the problems of political instability and continental unity. | C | | 329 | 2 | Field Trip | Field Trip to government, quasi-governmental and non-governmental institutions to gain firsthand experience in policy formulation, analysis and implementation. Each student is required to submit a field trip report. | C | | 330 | 3 | Japan since 1853 | Survey of the history of Japan since 1853. Japanese aggression in the Far East and the outbreak of War. Japan war efforts and the activities of the Japanese army during the Second World War, defeat, occupation and emergence as an economic superpower. The role of Japan in contemporary world affairs. | E | | 327 | 3 | International Politics since 1945 | The major world wars – First and second, the crises in Vietnam, the Middle East, Angola and Southern Africa, the emergence of the World super-powers, the cold war and threat to peace. Efforts to resolve world crises through international organizations- NATO and the Warsaw Pact. The development of dangerous weapons, poverty in the Third World countries. | C | | 332 | 3 | Modern Political Thoughts | Consideration of the works of Plato, Aristotle, Russell, Hobbes, Roseau, Badin, Machiavelli and others and the effect of these works on the nature and evolution of the modern state systems | C | | 331 | 3 | History of the U.S.A. since 1945 | Survey of economic development in the U.S.A. highlighting the issue of slavery, the Civil War, and the reconstruction after 1865 and industrialization in the 19th Century. | C | | 421 | 3 | 400 LEVEL OLD AND NEW COURSES |
Contemporary African Political Thoughts | Origins, influence on, and the contents of modern African political thoughts through their selected exponents. | C | | 422 | 3 | African Governments and politics | The structure of politics and governance in selected post-colonial African states. Various approaches in the quest for African Unity. Neocolonialism and globalization of the African economy. | E | | 403 | 3 | Economics History of Nigeria in the 20th Century | Factors of change and continuity in the patterns of economic activities in Nigeria. Political and economic antecedents. Colonial setting. The new pattern of demand. Infrastructural development and the exploitation of agricultural and mineral resources. Manpower needs training and the issue of labour. Changing patterns of economic activities in the banking and industrial sectors. | C | | 404 | 3 | OAU and AU: Issues in African International relations | The origins, formation and the role of the OAU in inter-Africa relations. Problems and achievements of the organization. The transformation of the O.A.U to A.U. | C | | 405 | 3 | Development of Parliamentary Systems (Britain, France and India) | A Comparative discussion of parliamentary systems as practiced by Britain, France and India. Common trends and distinguishing differences viewed against the varying historical experiences of the communities involved. | C | | 406 | 3 | Contemporary History of the Middle East | The Palestinian question: Effects of the Second World War and the creation of the state of Israel on the region; the Suez Crises; the Arab-Israel conflicts; the role of the superpowers and the efforts at bringing peace to the region. | C | | 407 | 4 | Special Paper | Students are to choose from any one of the following themes, which are aimed at exposing students to the use of documents to interpret historical development: The Mau-Mau; the Evolution of Nigerian Administration; The Atlantic Slave Trade;Power and politics in 19th century Hausa land; Trade and politics in the Middle Niger and lower Benue 1830-1900; Ilorin and its region 1850; Indigenous technology in West Africa since 1850; The struggle for Nigeria’s independence 1945-1960. Africa and European Imperialism 1880-1914; The O.A.U.: A study in the Quest for African Unity 1960-1963; Economic Change in Lagos and its Hinterland 1880-1914; The Nigerian Civil War 1967-1970; Nigeria’s External Relations since 1960 | C | | 424 | 3 | Conduct and Administration of External relations | Examination of the conduct and administration of Nigerian Foreign policy from independence to the present. The structure, instruments and machinery of foreign policy making and implementation under the various regimes and the major facets of Nigeria’s external relations explored. | C | | 423 | 3 | Problems and Prospects of Regional integration in Africa | Various regional organizations in Africa set up by the joint efforts of the African States to facilitate economics developments. Problems encountered and the prospects of such efforts | C | | 410 | 3 | History of Science and Technology from 1500-1980 | This is a survey course highlighting the developments, which have taken place in Science and Technology | C | | 411 | 3 | Land and Labour in Africa | The Issues of Land and labour in Africa. Traditional land tenure systems in Africa, the patterns of response to the dynamics of change occasioned by population explosion and environmental challenges. History of Labour from the stage of self-employment to hired (wages) and organized labour and their Unions and the question of governmental control. | E | | 412 | 3 | Philosophy of History | The course examines the nature of history, its development as a discipline and its relevance to the society. | C | | 426 | 2 | Themes in History and International Studies | Perspectives in history and international affairs based on selected themes such as war, peace, treaties, imperialism, Terrorism environmental crises and globalization. | E | | 499 | 5 | Project | Each student, under the guidance of an approved supervisor is required to conduct research in an area approved by the department, culminating in the submission of a project. | C |
100 LEVELSHARMATTAN SEMESTER | S/N | Course Code | Course Title | Credits | Status | | 1 | HIS 101 | Nigeria From 1500 to 1800 | 3 | C | | 2 | HIS 123 | Introduction to History and International Studies | 3 | C | | 3 | HIS 125 | Economic History of West Africa up to the 20th century | 3 | C | | 4 | HIS 127 | Introduction to Archaeology | 3 | C | | 5 | HIS 109 | Europe to the Age of Revolution | 3 | C | | 6 | HIS 111 | Outline History of Africa from 1500-1800 AD | 3 | C | | 7 | GNS 111 | Use of English I | 2 | R | | | | Total | 20 | |
RAIN SEMESTER | S/N | Course Code | Course Title | Credits | Status | | 1 | HIS 122 | Elements of Diplomacy & Strategic Studies | 3 | C | | 2 | HIS 104 | North Africa from the first Arab Conquest to Egypt to 1500 A.D. | 3 | C | | 3 | HIS 126 | Religions in West Africa | 3 | C | | 4 | HIS 108 | Major World Civilizations | 3 | C | | 5 | HIS 110 | Blacks in the Diaspora | 3 | C | | 6 | HIS 128 | Diplomatic Relations in West Africa up to 1900 | 3 | C | | 7 | GNS 112 | Use of English II | 2 | R | | | | Total | 20 | | | | | Grand Total for the Year | 40 | |
200 LEVELSHARMATTAN SEMESTER | S/N | Course Code | Course Title | Credits | Status | | 1 | HIS 201 | The Nigerian Region 1800-1900 A.D. | 3 | C | | 2 | HIS 203 | History of Southern Africa from 1652-1912 | 3 | C | | 3 | HIS 205 | History of the USA since 1877 A.D. | 3 | C | | 4 | HIS 207 | Africa and European Imperialism | 3 | C | | 5 | HIS 209 | History of the Ottoman Empire and North Africa since 1590 | 3 | C | | 6 | HIS 221 | Philosophy of History and International Studies | 3 | C | | 7 | GNS 211 | Philosophy, Logic and Nigerian Culture | 2 | R | | | | Total | 20 | |
RAIN SEMESTER | S/N | Course Code | Course Title | Credits | Status | | 1 | HIS 204 | History of Latin America from the 15th century to the 20th century | 3 | C | | 2 | HIS 206 | History of Russia in the 19th Century | 3 | C | | 3 | HIS 208 | History of East Central Africa since 1800 AD | 3 | C | | 4 | HIS 210 | Europe from the French Revolution to the 2nd World War | 3 | C | | 5 | HIS 212 | Foundation of African Culture and Civilization | 3 | C | | 6 | HIS 222 | International Political Systems | 3 | C | | 7 | GNS 212 | Introduction to Social Studies and Citizenship Education | 2 | R | | | | Total | 20 | | | | | Grand Total for the Year | 40 | |
300 LEVELSHARMATTAN SEMESTER | S/N | Course Code | Course Title | Credits | Status | | 1 | HIS 307 | History of the Commonwealth | 3 | C | | 2 | HIS 321 | Nigeria since 1914 | 3 | C | | 3 | HIS 323 | History of Southern Africa since 1912 | 3 | C | | 4 | HIS 325 | History of Latin America since 1889 | 2 | E | | 5 | HIS 327 | International Politics since 1945 | 3 | C | | 6 | HIS 329 | Field Trip | 2 | C | | 7 | HIS 331 | History of the U.S.A. since 1945 | 3 | C | | 8 | GNS 311 | History and Philosophy of Science | 2 | C | | 9 | GSE 301 | Graduate Self Employment | 3 | R | | | | Total | 24 | |
RAIN SEMESTER | S/N | Course Code | Course Title | Credits | Status | | 1 | HIS 322 | History Research Method | 3 | C | | 2 | HIS 324 | USSR 1917-1990 | 3 | C | | 3 | HIS 326 | The Development of Contemporary International Economic System | 3 | C | | 4 | HIS 328 | Africa and International Affairs in the 20th Century | 3 | C | | 5 | HIS 330 | Japan since 1853 | 3 | E | | 6 | HIS 332 | Modern Political Thoughts | 3 | C | | | | Total | 18 | | | | | Grand Total for the Year | 42 | |
400 LEVELSHARMATTAN SEMESTER | S/N | Course Code | Course Title | Credits | Status | | 1 | HIS 403 | Economics History of Nigeria in the 20th Century | 3 | C | | 2 | HIS 405 | Development of Parliamentary Systems (Britain, France and India) | 3 | C | | 3 | HIS 407 | Special Paper | 4 | C | | 4 | HIS 411 | Land and Labour in Africa | 3 | E | | 5 | HIS 421 | Contemporary African Political Thoughts | 3 | C | | 6 | HIS 423 | Problems and Prospects of Regional integration in Africa | 3 | C | | 7 | HIS 499 | Project | 5 | C | | | | Total | 24 | |
RAIN SEMESTER | S/N | Course Code | Course Title | Credits | Status | | 1 | HIS 404 | OAU and AU: Issues in African International relations | 3 | C | | 2 | HIS 406 | Contemporary History of the Middle East | 3 | C | | 3 | HIS 410 | History of Science and Technology from 1500-1980 | 3 | C | | 4 | HIS 412 | Philosophy of History | 3 | C | | 5 | His 422 | African Governments and politics | 3 | E | | 6 | His 424 | Conduct and Administration of External relations | 3 | C | | | HIS 426 | Themes in History and International Studies | 2 | E | | | | Total | 20 | | | | | Grand Total for the Year | 44 | |
SUMMARY OF GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
100 levels
Compulsory Courses: HIS 101 (3), HIS 104(3), HIS 108(3), HIS 109(3), HIS 110(3),
HIS 11(3), HIS 122(3), HIS 123(3), HIS 125(3), HIS 126(3),
HIS 127(3), HIS 128(3) =36 Credits
Required Courses: GNS 111(2)112(2) =4 Credits
Elective Courses: (A). At least Five (5) Credits from courses offered by other
Departments in the Faculty of Arts and the Faculty
Of Business and Social Sciences =5 Credits
TOTAL = 45 Credits 200 Levels
Compulsory Courses: HIS 201(3), HIS 203(3), HIS 204(3), HIS 205(3), HIS 206(3),
HIS 207(3), HIS 208(3), HIS 209(3), HIS 210(3), HIS 212(3),
HIS 221(3), HI S 222(3) =36 Credits
*Required Courses: GNS 211(2)212(2) =4 Credits
Elective Courses: (A). At least Five (5) Credits for from courses offered by other
Departments in the Faculty of Arts and the Faculty
of Business and Social Sciences. =5 Credits
TOTAL = 45 Credits
Required Courses for DE Students:
GNS 111(2), GNS 112(2), GNS 211(2), GNS 212(2) = 8 Credits
TOTAL FOR Direct Entry STUDENT =49 Credits
300 Levels
Compulsory Courses HIS 307(3), HIS 321(3), HIS 322(3), HIS 323(3), HIS 324(3), HIS 326(3),
HIS 327(3), HIS 328(3), HSI 329(2), HIS 331(3), HIS 332(3) =32 Credits
*Required Courses: GNS 311(2) GSE 301(3) = 5 Credits
Elective Courses: (A). At least Two (2) Credits for HIS 330(3), 325(2) = 2 Credits
(B). At least Five (5) Credits for from courses offered by other
Departments in the Faculty of Arts and the Faculty = 5 Credits
of Business and Social Sciences.
TOTAL = 44 Credits
400 Levels
Compulsory Courses HIS 403(3), HIS 405(3), HIS 407(4), HIS 421(3),
HIS 423(3), HIS 404(3), HIS 406(3), HIS 410(3),
HIS 412(3), HIS 424(3), HIS 499(5) = 31 Credits
*Elective Courses: At least three (3) Credits from HIS 423(3)410(3) =3 Credits
TOTAL = 34 Credits
MINIMUM TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED TO GRADUATE
UTME DE
100LEVEL =41 CREDITS -----
200 LEVEL =41 CREDITS 45
300 LEVEL =37 CREDITS 37
400 LEVEL =34 CREDITS 34
APPENDIX I
This present 300 and 400 levels students should please note that the under listed courses are the ones they are to offer because of their graduating status of B.A. History.
HIS 301 Nigeria from 1900 to 1970 3 Credits
Twentieth Century Nigeria, highlighting the increasing role of the European factor in the international developments of the area. The fall of the indigenous state systems, Colonialism, decolonization, independence and the post-independence problems: crisis, civil war and survival.
45h (T); C
HIS 302 History Research Methods I 3 Credits
A detailed discussion of available sources of information, the methods of collecting, analyzing and evaluating historical data is examined.
45h (T); C
HIS 303 Nigeria During the Inter – War Period 3 Credits
Colonial Nigeria and her experience as a dependency, especially during the period of depression, nationalism and development of political institutions.
45h (T); C
HIS 304 USSR from 1905 to 1950 3 Credits
The Russian Revolution, its antecedents, the roles of social revolutionaries, Mensheviks and Bolsheviks, Lenin and his leadership. The Revolution of 1917, the Civil War, 1919-1920, Stalin and "Socialism in one Country" and Russia in the Second World War and the Cold War
45h (T); C
HIS 305 Economic History of the USA in the 19th Century 3 Credits
Survey of economic development in the USA highlighting the issue of slavery, the Civil War, and the Reconstruction after 1865 and industrialization in the 19th Century
45h (T): C HIS 306 Comparative Industrial Growth USA, USSR, China and Britain 3 Credits
Different approaches adopted by the industrial powers of the World, against their different backgrounds and settings, to achieve industrial development. The possibility of the Third World countries adopting these approaches
45h (T); C
HIS 307 History of Commonwealth 3 Credits
Process, arguments and activities by which the old British Empire ruled from Whitehall and transformed into a Commonwealth of independent and friendly nations: the Imperial Federation idea, Colonial Conferences of 1887, 1897, 1902, 1911. The First World War and its effects and the Imperial Conferences of 1917, 1921, 1923, 1926, and the Balfour Declaration, also the Imperial Conferences of the 1930s. World War II and its effects, the decolonisation process and the modern Commonwealth of Nations
45h (T); C
HIS 308 Africa and the Outside World in the 20th Century 3 Credits
Political and economic development within Africa and International relations between the African States and the outside world, including the processes of colonisation, decolonisation and neo-colonialism and the efforts by the African States. Efforts made to solve the problems of poverty and political instability within the ambit of regional and continental organisations
45h (T); C
HIS 309 Problems and Prospects of Regional Economic Development in West Africa 3 Credits
Various regional organisations in West Africa set up by the joint efforts of the West African States to facilitate economic developments. Problems encountered and the prospects of such efforts.
45h (T); C
HIS 310 Japan from the Tokugawa to the Meiji Restoration 3 Credits
A Survey of the early history of Japan up to the era of Emperor Meiji, 1868 – 1912
45h (T); E
HIS 311 Problems and Issues in African Historiography 3 Credits
The meaning of History to the African states, the various written and unwritten sources available for historical writings, including the works of Muslim, European and African writers shall form the basis of the course. Oral traditions, Archaeology, Linguistics and Anthropology will also be examined. All these form an Interdisciplinary approach to the study of African history and the social science, alongside Contemporary African history and politics.
45h (T); C
HIS 312 Capitalism, Communism and Mixed Economy 3 Credits
The three types of economic systems: capitalism, communism and mixed economy. Emphasis on modes of production and distribution and the problems associated with each type.
45h (T); E
HIS 313 Archaeology of West Africa and the Sahara 3 Credits
Principal features of West African and Saharan landscape. Earliest phases of human occupation in West Africa and the Sahara, Agricultural beginnings in West Africa and the Sahara including Ecological background to food production, The Metal Age, Earliest Urban Centres and States of West Africa and the Sahara.
45h (T); E
HIS 401 Nigeria from 1970 to the Present 3 Credits
Contemporary Nigerian history and Political, economic and social developments since the end of the Civil War, efforts at reconstruction, the oil boom, the Second Republic, the Military interventions and the various democratic transition programmes culminating in the return to democratic rule in 1999.
45h (T); C
HIS 402 History Research Methods II 3 Credits
This is a critical analysis of historical sources materials and the various methods and approaches of exposition. Practical exposures to the usage of the Library, the Archives, and Field Work for the collection of oral tradition data for project writing shall form the main thrust of this course.
45h (T); C
HIS 403 Economic History of Nigeria in the 20th Century 3 Credits
This course surveys the factors of change and continuity in the patterns of economic activities in Nigeria. Nigeria’s Political and economic antecedents, against the background of her colonial setting, the new pattern of demand in the economic growth, infrastructural development and the exploitation of agricultural and mineral resources are the main thrust of this course. Manpower needs, training and the issue of labour. Changing patterns of economic achievements in the banking and industrial sectors will also be examined.
45h (T); C
HIS 404 OAU and AU Issues in African International Relations 3 Credits
This course deals with the origins, formation and the role of the OAU in inter-Africa relations. The problems and achievements of the organization and the transformation of the O.A.U. to A.U
45h (T); C
HIS 405 The Development of the Parliamentary Systems (Britain, France and India) 3 Credits
A Comparative discussion of the parliamentary systems as practiced by Britain, France and India is the main focus of this course. The common trends and distinguishing differences viewed against the varying, historical experiences of the communities involved.
45h (T); C
HIS 406 Contemporary History of the Middle East 3 Credits
The Palestine question: Effects of the Second World War and the creation of the State of Israel on the region and the Suez Crisis. The Arab-Israeli conflicts, the role of the superpowers and the efforts at bringing peace to the region
45h (T); C
HIS 407 Special Paper 4 Credits
(a) llorin and its Region since 1850.
(b) Trade and Politics in the Middle Niger and Lower Benue 1830 – 1900.
(c) The Mau-Mau Movement and independence in Kenya.
(d) The Jihad of Usman dan Fodio.
(e) Prehistory of the Nigerian Region.
(f) Nigeria: the achievement of independence 1945-1960.
(g) Classical kingdoms of the Yoruba.
(h) The Atlantic Slave Trade.
(i) Agriculture and Government policies in Nigeria since 1939.
(j) Land, minerals and labour in Central Africa and Zaire 1900 – 1965.
(k) The Mfecane.
(l) Africa and European Imperialism 1880 – 1914.
(m) Indigenous technology in West Africa since 1850.
(n) Economic change in Lagos and its hinterland 1880 – 1914.
(o) The evolution of Nigeria Administration 1939 – 1966.
(p) Nigerian Education since 1914.
60h (T); C
HIS 408 War and Peace in the 20th Century 3 Credits
A discuss on the First and Second World Wars. The crises in Vietnam, the Middle East and Southern Africa and the emergence of the World super-powers shall be discussed. The issue of the Cold War and threat to peace shall also be examined. Efforts to resolve world crises through International Organizations: the League of Nations, the United Nations Organization and its agents and the competing World bloc – NATO and the Warsaw Pact. Development of dangerous and expensive weapons by the Super-powers against the background of poverty in the third World Countries which is a dangerous trend is also discussed.
45h (T); C
HIS 410 History of Science and Technology from 1500 to 1980 A.D. 3 Credits
A historical survey of developments in Science and Technology from the 16th Century to the late 20th Century
45h (T); E
HIS 411 Land and Labour in Africa 3 Credits
Issues of land and labour in Africa and the traditional land tenure systems' in Africa, the changing patterns of need in response to internal and external dynamics of change: population explosion, changing agricultural patterns, European settler problems, etc. Emergence of landless individuals and communities shall also be examined. History of labour from the stage of self – employment to hired (wage) and organized labour and their Unions and government control.
45h (T); E
HIS 412 Philosophy of History 3Credits
Nature of history, its development as a discipline and its relevance to the society
45h (T); C
HIS 413 Modern African Political Thoughts 3 Credits
Origins, influence on, and the contents of modern African political thoughts through their selected exponents.
45h (T); C
HIS 414 Themes in History 1 Credit
Perspectives and reflections upon history based on selected themes.
15h (T); C HIS 499 Research Project 5 Credits
Each student under the guidance of an approved supervisor is required to conduct research in an area approved by the Department, culminating in the submission of a typed project.
225h (P); C
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