As of 2008, Kosovo was generally considered to be Europe’s newest country, but Russia and Serbia, amongst others, still don’t recognise its autonomy. Why is Kosovo’s independence such a controversial issue? Is there a resolution on the horizon? What are Kosovo’s aspirations for the future? Can Kosovo survive as an independent nation in an increasingly fractured Europe? Why has Kosovo become something of a tourist hotspot in recent years? Explore the background story of Kosovo, from ancient times until the present. Discover its complicated modern political and social history.

DELIVERY MODE

• Hybrid (F2F & Online simultaneously)

COURSE OUTLINE

• History of Kosovo
• Modern political developments in Kosovo
• Travelling to Kosovo – what to expect

LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of this course, students should be able to:

1. Have a knowledge of the ancient and modern history of Kosovo
2. Understand why the existence of Kosovo is, in many quarters, controversial