Pandemics and Plagues - History's Deadliest Diseases University of Aberdeen

Overview

Pandemics have repeatedly reshaped history. Societies respond in a variety of ways, but the most important result is that they are never the same afterwards.

In this online short course, you’ll develop knowledge of historical pandemics around the world and in Scotland, discovering how societies have responded to the deadliest epidemics in history.

With guidance from expert historians, you’ll examine: 

• the history of infectious diseases, with special reference to the Scottish experience
• official and individual responses to historical pandemics
• the prevalence of conspiracy theories throughout pandemics in history, and
• how pandemics can radically alter societies.

Careers

This Pandemics and Plagues - History's Deadliest Diseases course at the University of Aberdeen offers career-enhancing skills applicable in a range of professions, including teaching, tourism, and museum work.

You’ll gain transferrable skills in debate and constructive criticism through written presentations, interactive discussions, and independent study.