University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 30

ECTS credits : 15

Level : SCQF level 9

Semester: 1

Planned timetable: TBC

This module explores aspects of English life, behaviour and attitudes in a period of profound social, political, economic, religious and legal change. Topics which may be covered include religion: the development of mainstream religions, 'alternative' belief (inc. astrology and witchcraft), technology and the rise of science, environment, consumption and the world of goods, recreation and leisure, education, literacy and their uses, time, space and work, individualism and corporatism, risk and probability, crime and violence, patterns of punishment. 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 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