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MS5101 Approaches to Mediaeval Studies 1

Academic year(s): 2017-2018

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 20

ECTS credits : 10

Level : SCQF level 11

Semester: 1

Planned timetable: 12.00 noon - 2.00 pm Tue.

The module is structured thematically in order to cover a range of themes essential to understanding multi-disciplinary approaches to the Middle Ages. Each seminar will explore a broad issue from a variety of disciplinary and theoretical perspectives, using selected texts, images and artifacts to anchor discussion.

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 2-hour seminar.

Scheduled learning hours: 20

Guided independent study hours: 170

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: Coursework = 100%

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 0%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 100%

Re-assessment: Re-Assessment Essay = 100%

Personnel

Module coordinator: Professor B M E Bildhauer
Module coordinator email bmeb@st-andrews.ac.uk