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THE UNIVERSITY of EDINBURGHDEGREE REGULATIONS & PROGRAMMES OF STUDY 2007/2008
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Twentieth-Century Africa: Ethnicity, Class and Power (P02241)? Credit Points : 40 ? SCQF Level : 11 ? Acronym : HCA-P-ECP This is course which normally runs over both Autumn and Spring semesters. It deals with the relationship between three important variables in twentieth century African history - namely, ethnicity, class and the struggle for political power. Although reference is made to other examples, three case studies provide the focus of the course. Entry RequirementsSubject AreasHome subject areaPostgraduate (School of History and Classics), (School of History, Classics and Archaeology, Schedule E) Delivery Information? Normal year taken : Postgraduate ? Delivery Period : Not being delivered ? Contact Teaching Time : 2 hour(s) per week for 22 weeks All of the following classes
Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
To inculcate an understanding of comparative approaches to
African history, as well as an appreciation of debates relating to the specific country studies. To develop transferable analytical, theoretical, and presentational skills along with a practical awareness of cultural difference. Assessment Information
Two essays of about 3000 words each (one third of overall assessment
Exam times
Contact and Further InformationThe Course Secretary should be the first point of contact for all enquiries. Course Secretary Mr Richard Kane Course Organiser Dr Paul Nugent School Website : http://www.shc.ed.ac.uk/ College Website : http://www.hss.ed.ac.uk/ |
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