Preparing for a higher study as a historian, a profession with a future!
Are you fascinated by the great battles of WWI? Have you been wondering for years what actually happened during the Belgian Revolution? Or do you finally want to find out what the conflict between Israel & Palestine and Palestinians is all about? Then the flexible home study History (Basic) is your thing. Perfectly combinable with your work and family life!
In an accessible way the course takes you on an immersive time journey through the ages. You learn all about dramatic and heroic events that have literally changed history. You also place those events in their social context.
After this home study you will understand all historical references in films, novels or in the news. You effortlessly relate the past to contemporary trends and conflicts. That insight is important, because history repeats itself.
do you want...
- to acquire basic historical knowledge in a flexible and rapid manner
- to immerse yourself in the Belgian revolution, the interbellum , the Cold War and so much more
- to refresh your memory to be able to talk to friends, colleagues or family members
- to help your children with their homework
- to study at home at your own pace, with online support from a real top teacher
History (Basic)
Program History (Basic)
Course content
- The historical frame of reference
- Belgium in the 19th century: revolution and industrialization
- Liberalism, nationalism and imperialism
- Cultural developments: from Romanticism to Cubism
- Everything about the First World War
- The interbellum: the rise of fascism and communism
- Everything about the Second World War
- Belgium after the war
- The United Nations and the European Union
- The Cold War
- Israel and the Palestinian question
Competences and skills
- You have insight into recent historical events
- You know the history of Belgium
- You know the difference between nationalism, fascism and communism
- You know the causes and consequences of WWI, WWII and the Cold War
- You understand the problems in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Opportunities for the future
- Everyone understands contemporary events better thanks to knowledge of history
Starting dates group course History (Basic)
| Study method | Location | Lesson | First lesson | Last lesson | Hours | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| At home | Wherever you want | Your own schedule | Whenever you want | Your own choice | Your own schedule |  |
Practical info
You can get started right after your registration! The digital course will be on your profile page and on the online student platform within the minute. The paper version will be posted immediately. You can find them quickly in your home in the letterbox. You then shape your own learning process: you choose where and when you study. That is absolute freedom! You will also receive online guidance from an experienced history teacher for a year. You will be assisted with tips, feedback and fun facts. If you have mastered the subject matter, take your exam at one of our exam locations. Successful? Congratulations, you will receive the diploma History (Basic)!
An internship does not apply to this home school.
Do you want to get started with the subject matter from the course History (Basic) while studying? Then visit a historical museum or watch a fascinating historical documentary. That is both instructive and relaxing!
After completing the course, you take a theoretical exam at one of our exam locations. You choose your own exam time. Do you score at least 60%? Bravo, you passed! You will receive the diploma History (Basic) by post. This diploma is the starting point of a lifelong passion and interest in history. Your time travel continues!
Financial info
Tuition fee
For your course you pay History (Basic) but 195.00 euros. For this you will receive an extensive course book with useful maps, clarifying photos and additional exercises. In addition, you will enjoy professional online guidance for a year by a genuine history expert. You also have access to additional information on our online student platform and the opportunity to take a free exam within a broad period of five years. That is possible at one of our different exam locations. So you have everything at hand for an instructive home study History (Basic)!
History (Basic)
Nice to know about your education History (Basic)
Study when and where you want.
Online professional guidance.
Unlimited exam attempts.
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Tony S.
The teacher is very involved with his subject and his students. We learned what is really necessary on the job.
Bruce B.
Was always welcomed in a very friendly manner. Always received a clear explanation when I needed more info.
Peter P.
Already proved to be very useful to grow professionally.