Laying the foundation for independent study and helping you on your journey to become a self-reflective, critical historian: this is the aim of your undergraduate degree. This module is designed to prepare you for the independent study module, the History Dissertation, to be written over the summer/summer vacation. It will help you articulate key concepts, ideas and theories underlying your creative work. You will learn the process of producing a dissertation: from design to the use of archives and specialist libraries, to structure and formal presentation. The dissertation involves self-directed learning and research, with the aim of producing a structured and persuasive argument, demonstrating a command of the technical languages of a variety of historical approaches. Preparing you for your dissertation will give you the foundation you need to produce a polished, innovative piece of work in your final year of study.
Lecture/Seminar 16
1,000 words Methodological reflection. Assessment Details: A discussion of the methods that will underpin the dissertation. worth 25%.
3,000 words Historiographical review. Assessment Details: A review of the most relevant literature to be used in the dissertation. worth 75%.
Reassessment Method: Single Instrument 100% written assessment / essay (3,000 words)
On successfully completing the module, students will be able to:
Demonstrate a systematic understanding and critical awareness of theories and methods in historical research.
Comprehensively apply techniques in designing an independent project.
Apply knowledge originally and with reference to the field of Modern History.
Individual and/or collectively review, deal with complex issues both systematically and creatively and make sound judgements in the formulation and articulation of position or argument.
Effectively communicate information, ideas, and interpretations concerning scholarly debates using written and visual primary evidence and to a variety of audiences.
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