Dr. Joseph Patrouch

Professor

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Biography

Joseph Patrouch is a Professor in the Department of History, Classics, and Religion at the University of Alberta. His research specializes in early modern European history, with a particular focus on the Holy Roman Empire and the Habsburg Dynasty during the period of 1550 to 1650. He explores various aspects of Habsburg governance and women's roles in the courts of early modern Europe, and he is involved in urban studies related to the Habsburg Empire. Additionally, he is dedicated to public history and museum studies, specifically regarding Canada’s national internment operations during World War I. Patrouch is actively engaged in researching the imagined landscapes of the Holy Roman Empire during the 1560s and 1570s. He has published works addressing the complexities of Central European history and has presented at various conferences. His current pedagogical contributions include courses on early modern European empires and the historical significance of the Habsburg monarchy. A dedicated mentor, he is currently accepting undergraduate students for research supervision in relevant historical projects.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2001-01-01 — Present

University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB, Canada

Teaching and researching in the field of early modern European history with a focus on the Holy Roman Empire and the Habsburg monarchy.

Courses

HIST 290: Introduction to History Discipline HIST 212: Early Modern Europe HIST 420/614: Early Modern European Empires HIST 310: History of the Habsburg Monarchy

Requirements for University of Alberta

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Management
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of reference
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement
  • Official Transcripts (upon admission)
Specialization Notes

Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management