Information about the course

Introduction to the course and the concept of Central Europe

Medieval history and historical images of Central Europe

National awakening and the long 19th century in Central Europe

The rise and fall of Central Europe: The Region in the short 20th century

Revolutions of 1989 and openings towards democracy

Political transformation in the Central Europe: Progressing democratization (1990-2004)

Parties, presidents and elections: Who is in charge?

Building civil society from scratch

Security situation in Central Europe after 1989

Political economy of Central European post-1989 development

The impact of Europeanization and Globalization

Concluding session and open discussion