History of Russia: From Peter the Great to the Revolution

The course was created with the support of the «History of Motherland» fund (https://fond.historyrussia.org/) This course offers unique lectures by the leading professors of St. Petersburg State University, interesting assignments, interactive maps and much more. The online course «History of Russia» follows the tradition of teaching Russian history at St. Petersburg State University, which is distinguished by its approach to the analysis of historical problems and the scientific understanding of events, periods, epochs in their historical relationship. Thoroughly selected factual material serves as the basis that enables learners to conduct an independent analysis of the history of Russian state. The course covers the history of the Russian state from the 18th to the 20th century and the learners are welcome to join the discussion on the topical issues of Russian history. Upon completion of the course, learners will shape a structured understanding of the main stages of Russian history, based on facts and concepts that are established and acknowledged in historiography.

Course program: 1. Russia in the 18th Century. 2. Russia in the First Half of the 19th century. 3. Russia in the Second Half of the 19th century. 4. Russia at the Beginning of the XX century. 5. Russian Revolution of 1917 and the Civil War.