University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 30

ECTS credits : 15

Level : SCQF level 9

Semester: 1

Planned timetable: TBC

This module explores life and death in England during a period of profound social, political, economic, religious and legal change. Topics which may be covered include family, community, society, agriculture, industry and the organic economy, poverty and its relief, young and old, male and female, population and its determinants, the body and physical health, mental health and suicide, death. Using printed or online primary source material and secondary reading will enable students critically to summarize and evaluate scholarly arguments, assess the nature and value of historical debate, and gain insights into the long-lost material environment and mental world of this fascinating period.

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