European Union Courses

The Enlightenment and the Public Sphere - European Civilization 1648-1945

Explore how Enlightenment ideas spread through public spaces and popular media, challenging monarchical authority and setting the stage for revolutionary change in 18th-century France.

• YouTube
• 48 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Nationalism in European Civilization - The Construction of National Identities

Explore the complex formation of national identities in Europe, examining language, ethnicity, and historical factors that shaped modern nations and influenced the fate of empires.

• YouTube
• 51 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Rise of the European Middle Classes in the 19th Century - Lecture 9

Explore the diverse 19th-century European middle classes, their rise to power, cultural impact, and societal contributions, from philanthropy to education and birth control advancements.

• YouTube
• 51 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Industrial Revolutions - European Civilization 1648-1945 - Lecture 8

Explore the gradual process of industrialization, its impact on agriculture, urban expansion, and labor practices, including the rise of class consciousness and industrial discipline.

• YouTube
• 48 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Maximilien Robespierre and the French Revolution - European Civilization 1648-1945

Explore Robespierre's role in the French Revolution, examining his philosophy, the Jacobin-Girondin conflict, counter-revolutionary forces, and the impact of religious sentiment on revolutionary support.

• YouTube
• 50 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Absolutism and the State in European Civilization, 1648-1945 - Lecture 2

Explore the rise of absolutism in 17th-century Europe, its causes, consequences, and impact on government, military, and culture in this Yale University lecture on European history.

• YouTube
• 45 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

No Rights: Dred Scott, Bleeding Kansas, and the Impending Crisis of the Union - Class 11

Explore the pivotal events of Dred Scott, Bleeding Kansas, and the impending crisis leading to the Civil War. Gain insights into slavery's impact on American institutions and its enduring legacies.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Days of Jubilee: The Process of Emancipation and Union Victory - Class 18

Explore the complex process of emancipation during the Civil War, examining how Union victory transformed American society and left enduring legacies that continue to shape racial, political, and social dynamics.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 1 minute
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Enacting European Citizenship (ENACT)

6 ratings at OpenLearn

The term 'European citizenship' triggers an immediate association with the European Union, its member states, and people who are citizens of those states. This free course, Enacting European ...

• OpenLearn
• 10 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Certificate

Introducing Union Black

Gain insights into building empathy, understanding diversity, and becoming an effective advocate for anti-racism through real experiences and practical strategies for meaningful change.

• OpenLearn
• 1 hour
• On-Demand
• Free Certificate

Introduction to Comparative Indo-European Linguistics

1 review

Build your knowledge of Indo-European languages, how they changed through time, and how to reconstruct ancient languages.

• FutureLearn
• 8 weeks, 4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

浪漫主义时代的欧洲音乐 European Music in Romantic Period

讲解19世纪以来西方浪漫主义音乐文化，引导同学们深入了解欧洲艺术音乐创作、表演、接受、传播的历史线索和文化语境。吸引并鼓励学生深入聆听古典音乐

• edX
• 9 weeks, 2-3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

CrashCourse

European History by CrashCourse

2 reviews

In 50 episodes, John Green will teach you about European History to give you an overview of Europe’s history and connection with the world from 1450 to the present.

• YouTube
• 12 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Holocaust: The Destruction of European Jewry

181 ratings at Coursera

In this course, you will explore the Holocaust from the overlapping perspectives of literature and history—through memoirs, historical documents, poetry, documentary footage, filmic representations, and novels.

• Coursera
• 1 day 6 hours 9 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

European Business Law: Doing Business in Europe

538 ratings at Coursera

Explore EU business law essentials: company formation, labor regulations, taxation, environmental standards, and cross-border dispute resolution. Gain practical insights for operating within the European market.

• Coursera
• 14 hours 31 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)