University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 10

ECTS credits : 5

Level : SCQF level 11

Semester: 2

Planned timetable: 11.00 am Mon (workshop), 12.00 Mon (lecture)

This module will develop skills in palaeography and codicology. Classes will be both practical (devoted to 'hands-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). We trace the development of mainstream European handwriting styles from the twelfth century to the beginning of the sixteenth century. Where possible, treaching is based around original sources from the archival collections of the University Library.

Relationship to other modules

Pre-requisite(s): Before taking this module you must take ME5105

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 1 hour per week (either lecture or workshop)

Scheduled learning hours: 24

Guided independent study hours: 76

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: Coursework = 80%, Practical Examination = 20%

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 20%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 80%

Re-assessment: 1200 word written assignment (comprising a footnoted transcription with an introduction) = 100%

Personnel

Module coordinator: Professor M Connolly
Module teaching staff: Dr M Connolly, Mrs R Hart