University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 30

ECTS credits : 15

Level : SCQF level 9

Semester: 2

Planned timetable: See http://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/history/infoug/ugtimetable

The first of a number of late eighteenth century uprisings overturning powerful monarchies, the American Revolution brought about the demise of Britain's first empire and resulted in the writing of the Constitution and the establishment of democratic government. This module will focus on the forty years after 1763, examining the reasons why Americans sought to free themselves from British rule, the experience of Revolutionary War, and the problems faced by those who made it their task to design a new form of government for the United States. As well as telling the story of the elite rulers who were at the forefront of the rebellion, the module will also explore the experiences of everyday Americans during these decades of tumultuous social and political change.

Relationship to other modules

Pre-requisite(s): Before taking this module you must pass at least 60 credits from {MO1007, MO1008, MO2008, HI2001, MH2002}

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 1 x 2-hour seminar, plus 1 office hour.

Scheduled learning hours: 22

Guided independent study hours: 278

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: 3-hour Written Examination = 60%, Coursework = 40%

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 60%
Practical examinations : 13%
Coursework: 27%

Re-assessment: 4,000- to 5,000-word essay = 100%

Personnel