Course
Course 7.5 credits • SASH65
Do you wonder how the Holocaust came about and how it has been interpreted afterwards? This course is an introduction to the study of the Holocaust and offers insight into how this tragedy has influenced political and cultural discussions after the Second World War.
The course introduces the study of the Holocaust. You will gain a basic understanding of the events that led to the Holocaust, its causes and its consequences. You will explore its aftermath and how it relates to other genocides before and after the Second World War.
You will learn about the background to the Holocaust and its mechanisms, who was affected and how historians have explained these events. You will develop an understanding of how the Holocaust shaped post-war political and cultural discourse, how interest in the Holocaust emerged, and the position this event holds in contemporary society.
The course provides you with the tools to understand why the Holocaust occurred and how it was interpreted in the post-war debate. You will reflect on its effects and discuss difficult questions in a structured way. You will also examine ethical issues related to films and other portrayals of the Holocaust.
Study period:
spring semester 2026
Type of studies:
part time, 50 %,
day
Study period:
2026-01-19 – 2026-03-09
Language of instruction:
English
Application code:
LU-70905
Eligibility:
General requirements for university studies in Sweden
Course coordinator:
Elisabeth Geevers