Pre-Revolutionary America (U02519)

? Credit Points : 20 ? SCQF Level : 10 ? Acronym : HCL-3-PREREV

This course aims to consider a period of American history that is often neglected in the rush from emigration and witches to the American Revolution. During the period 1688-1763, colonial America underwent significant social, economic, political, and cultural development. The course will consider such themes as warfare, politics, demographic change, consumption and refinement, gender relations, religion, and the emergence of an "American character" on the eve of independence.

Entry Requirements

? Pre-requisites : A pass in any first level historical course or equivalent and any second level historical course or equivalent Before enrolling students on this course, Directors are asked to contact the History Honours Admissions Secretary to ensure that a place is available (tel. 503783).

? Prohibited combinations : Not to be taken with ES0049 'The Economic and Social Histroy of British America 1607-1770'.

Subject Areas

Home subject area

History, (School of History and Classics, Schedule E)

Delivery Information

? Normal year taken : 3rd year

? Delivery Period : Not being delivered

? Contact Teaching Time : 2 hour(s) per week for 11 weeks

All of the following classes

Type	Day	Start	End	Area
Lecture	Tuesday	11:10	13:00	Central

Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes

Students will gain greater awareness of the nature and use of historical evidence; engage historical arguments by focusing on debates by historians about key issues; increase their skills in research, writing, and presentation; and improve their critical skills through oral communication.

Assessment Information

The course will demand one 3,000-word essay (week 10) and one two-hour exam (May 2006). The essay will make up one-third of the final assessment. The exam will be worth two-thirds of the final assessment. Students can expect written feedback and individual consultation on their work.