HIST 262Early Modern Europe 1450-1700
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- 0.50
- Faculty
- Arts
- Subject
- History
When it runs
- F24
- W25
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- S27
Ran in 1 of the last 7 terms. Winter 2027: not on the schedule. Spring 2027: schedule not out yet.
This course examines European life in the Early Modern Period (1450-1700) and investigates the social, political, religious, and intellectual changes during the Renaissance, the Reformations, and the era of explorations.
Prerequisites
None listed.
Antirequisites
None listed.
Leads to
No course lists it as a requisite.
Fall 2026 sections
| Section | Class | Enrolled | Meets |
|---|---|---|---|
| LEC 001 | 8083 | 39 / 60 | F 08:30–11:20 |
Reviewed on UW Flow
100% liked it56% easy81% useful
From 6 ratings and 1 comment on UW Flow. The most helpful comments, quoted as written, without names. Read them all on UW Flow.
The textbook was so difficult to get a hold of, and prices skyrocketed because the publisher had issues so it wasn't available in print. Some aspects seemed redundant or unclear, which lowered the ease of the course (that could have been prof teaching style though). Info wise it provides a great look at Europe and Europe's relations in the Early Modern Era
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6 posts and comments in 6 threads mention HIST 262, April 2013 to December 2024. Quoted word for word, newest first; each reply sits under the post and the comment that started its branch. Search r/uwaterloo for newer posts.
Fall 2020
Good prof appreciation thread 61 points, 89 comments
“This term sucks a lot and a lot of people are having some shitty experiences, especially with certain profs/TAs/instructors. But there’s a lot of profs who are not that shitty. …”
u/liviapng: “… Troy Osborne, Hist262- lectures are all enthralling and interesting. He speaks like we are truly in class together, and takes his time with all concepts. Also very patient and understanding, and the sources we are assigned to read are very enjoyable. …”
Winter 2020
Most fun/social eelctive you've ever taken? 3 points, 12 comments
“Which course did you enjoy the most, ie. meet a lot of people, have fun and make friends etc?”
u/BronzeWarrior15: “HIST 262 — Early Modern Europe, with Dr. Osborne! Great class, was a nice mix of lecture and interactive learning, and I really got to know quite a few people outside of class as a result as well! One of my favourite undergrad courses in a sea of otherwise Math and Accounting.”
Fall 2019
What’s an elective course that you found super enjoyable? 31 points, 41 comments
“It doesn’t have to be a bird course. Just any course you didn’t have to take but ended up liking it.”
u/BronzeWarrior15: “HIST 262 - Early Modern Europe with Dr. Troy Osborne. It was my only general elective in my 5 years at UW, and was one of the most fun classes I took. Come for the history, stay for the revolution!”
Spring 2016
List C CSE Suggestions 3 points, 9 comments
“For all ECE's out there what did you or are you going to take for the CSE List C requirement?”
u/Cainhelm: “I was gonna take HIST 268 or HIST 262 but they both conflicted with my schedule for next term, so I'm taking HIST 110 now.”
Winter 2015
What is a good HIST course to take based on how interesting it is, its evaluations, and workload. 7 points, 14 comments
u/Block_Generation: “So far, I am interested in HIST 262. Any comments on that course?”
Winter 2013
What is the best course you've taken at Waterloo? 11 points, 43 comments
“I would have to say Econ 101 with Larry Smith OR Speech Writing with Rob Danisch What do you think?”
u/jamaalia: “Hist262- Early Modern Europe. It shows you how our society today developed. BIOL139 (239)-genetics, one of my favourite science courses so far. Can't wait for the fourth year version in the fall!”
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