University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 20

ECTS credits : 10

Level : SCQF level 11

Semester: 1

Planned timetable: 11.00 am - 1.00 pm Fri

This module provides a wide-ranging introduction to the reading and handling of original source material of all types which researchers of the early modern period may encounter. In studying this module, you will gain the skills you need to read early modern handwriting and gain a sense of the nature of European handwriting in the early modern period. You will learn how to create a transcription (to professional standards). The module also provides experience in handling original source materials. This training in the variety of material which early modernists may find themselves working with, whatever their specialism, is an excellent complement to the other skills pathways, and important preparation for the MLitt (and any potential doctoral) dissertation.

Relationship to other modules

Anti-requisite(s): You cannot take this module if you take MO5012

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 2-hour seminars

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: Coursework = 100%


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