Tutor information
Kate Watson
Kate Watson is a Senior Associate Tutor for Oxford University Department for Continuing Education (OUDCE), and previously an Associate Lecturer and Moderator for the Open University. She is currently researching politics and identity in Georgian England.
Courses
Ever wondered why a liberal revolt in France ended in abject terror? Why the shadow of the guillotine continues to hang over politics today? If so join our course exploring the fascinating and nature of the French revolution’s descent into terror.
Why were the inter-war years a period of such political extremism and dictatorial rule across Europe?
This course will explore the dramatic transformation of the French Revolution from a source of liberal inspiration to a pioneer of modern terror and fear. All in three short years - with devastating short and long term consequences.
Uncover why the inter-war years gave rise to political extremism and dictatorships across Europe.
Why did revolution break out again and again during the tumultuous 17th and 18th centuries? And why did they play such a key role in shaping the very nature of modern western political culture? Explore with us this fascinating topic!
This course analyses why the inter-war years were a period of such political extremism. It will investigate the distinctive features of Soviet Communist ideology and the impact of Lenin and Stalin on the USSR.
What is the difference between politics and ideology? Why are people prepared to die, or kill, for an idea? The answers to these questions and more will be explored in this course examining the fascinating roots of modern political ideology.
Why was Georgian England such a rich source of popular media, from the press to satirical caricature? What does that reveal about the changing nature of the Georgian world? We will explore these themes through the captivating eyes of contemporary print.
Why did revolution break out again and again during the tumultuous 17th and 18th centuries? And why did they play such a key role in shaping the very nature of modern western political culture? Explore with us this fascinating topic!