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MO3019 The Life of the Mind: Key Texts in European Thought (1512 - 1697)

Academic year(s): 2016-2017

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 30

ECTS credits : 15

Level : SCQF level 9

Semester: Both

Planned timetable: TBC

This module explores the history of European thought between the late Renaissance and the beginning of the Enlightenment. The class will study (in translation) some of the most important texts from this period, including the work of Machiavelli, Montaigne, Grotius, Bacon, Hobbes and Bayle.

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact:

Scheduled learning hours: 33

Guided independent study hours: 267

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews:

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

Personnel

Module teaching staff: TBC