MS5121
An Introduction to Palaeography with Codicological and Manuscript Studies 1
2018-2019
10
5
SCQF level 11
1
Academic year(s): 2018-2019
SCOTCAT credits : 10
ECTS credits : 5
Level : SCQF level 11
Semester: 1
Planned timetable:
This is primarily a course in palaeography. Classes will be both practical (devoted to 'hand-on' use of documents) and theoretical in nature (providing background information, hints on the characteristics of different hands, and teaching on related aspects of archival practice and codicology). The course traces the development of mainstream European handwriting styles from the late Roman period to the start of the twelfth century. Where possible, teaching is based around original sources from the archival collections of the University Library.
Weekly contact: 1 hour per week (either lecture or workshop)
Scheduled learning hours: 12
Guided independent study hours: 88
As used by St Andrews: Coursework = 80%, Practical Examination = 20%
As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 80%
Practical examinations : 20%
Coursework: 0%