University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 30

ECTS credits : 15

Level : SCQF level 9

Semester: 1

Availability restrictions: Before taking this module, students must have satisfied the Honours entry requirements established by the School of History

Planned timetable: TBC

This option examines the literary, socio-political and legal culture of the secular aristocracy in England and Northern France during the twelfth century, with particular concentration upon the vernacular literature of the period. It considers honour and shame; the sources and uses of seigniorial power, kinship and family; gender; love and other emotions; counsel; violence and peace making; courtroom skills and procedures.

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 2-hour weekly seminar and optional office hour

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: 40% coursework and 60% examination


Re-assessment: 100% coursework

Personnel

Module teaching staff: Prof J Hudson

Intended learning outcomes

• Develop use of social and cultural anthropology
• Demonstrate Increased historiographical awareness, and capacity for historiographical debate
• Develop independent study in a group context