Postgraduate Programme and Module Handbook 2007-2008 (archived)
Module HIST55430: Twentieth-century Empire, II
Department: History
HIST55430: Twentieth-century Empire, II
| Type | Open | Level | 4 | Credits | 30 | Availability | Available in 2007/08 | Module Cap |
|---|
Prerequisites
- HIST55330
Corequisites
- HIST50130
Excluded Combination of Modules
- None.
Aims
- Further study of modern imperial history, extending work undertaken in Twentieth-century Empire I and normally leading to a dissertation in this field.
Content
- The module will address selected aspects of the Twentieth-century history of the European empires,reflecting current debate on the subject, and particular interests of student. Major topics covered include the establishment of effective imperial rule, the economy and politics of imperial rule, the nature of imperial decision-making and the construction of colonial authority at the local level.
Learning Outcomes
Subject-specific Knowledge:
Subject-specific Skills:
Key Skills:
Modes of Teaching, Learning and Assessment and how these contribute to the learning outcomes of the module
- Objectives are to be met through a programme of Intensive directed reading, regular discussion of issues arising from the reading, and the production of an extensive piece of writing on an agreed subject.
Teaching Methods and Learning Hours
| Activity | Number | Frequency | Duration | Total/Hours | Attendance Monitored |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tutorials | 5 | fortnightly | 1.5 | 7.5 | |
| Other: Unscheduled meetings as requested by the student. | Variable | Variable | Variable | 2.5 | |
| Preparation & Reading | 290 | ||||
| Total | 300 |
Summative Assessment
| Component: Essay | Component Weighting: 100% | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Element | Length / duration | Element Weighting | Resit Opportunity |
| Essay | 5000 words | 100% | |
Formative Assessment:
Discussion of work in progress.
■ Students who do not attend monitored activities shown under Teaching Methods and Learning Hours, or who fail to complete the summative or formative assessment(s) specified above, may be subject to the Academic Progress procedures defined in the University's General Regulation V, and may be required to leave the University.