| Module Title |
Conversion to Colony: Ireland 400-1200 |
| Module Code |
HIS1021 (ITS: HY223) |
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Faculty |
Humanities & Social Sciences |
School |
History & Geography |
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NFQ level |
8 |
Credit Rating |
5 |
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Description
This course will introduce students to the history of medieval Ireland from the conversion of the island to Christianity in the fifth century up to the arrival of the English in the twelfth century. It will cover key events and developments of the period including the process of conversion and the subsequent flourishing of Christianity in Ireland, the changing nature of Irish kingship in the early medieval period, the arrival of Scandinavian forces in Ireland and their foundation of port towns like Dublin, Waterford, and Cork, and the arrival of the English and their creation of a colony on the island after 1169. Assessments are designed to encourage students to describe and analyse processes of historical change over time and demonstrate their understanding of medieval Irish history, but also will help them to work on oral and written communication and presentation skills. Social, religious and economic developments will be discussed alongside political events and a wide range of documentary and archaeological evidence will be used to provide a rounded picture of Ireland’s history in this period.
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Learning Outcomes
1. Demonstrate knowledge of broad patterns and key developments and events in Irish history from the fifth to the twelfth century.
2. Critically analyse primary sources by asking appropriate questions in relation to this period of Irish history.
3. Comprehend and analyse the underlying reasons for and consequences of political, religious, social, economic and cultural change.
4. Engage critically with prescribed secondary readings and the arguments of historians about this period
5. Construct an objective and well-presented written argument based on a broad range of historical evidence.
6. Engage in self-directed learning by specialising in areas of personal interest
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| Workload | Full time hours per semester | | Type | Hours | Description |
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| Lecture | 20 | Lectuers/Seminars: Attending and participating in 1 two hour lecture/seminar per week | | Independent Study | 50 | Seminar preparation: Reading and preparing to discuss the materials assigned for each seminar | | Assignment Completion | 55 | Research and writing |
| Total Workload: 125 |
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| Section Breakdown | | CRN | 12222 | Part of Term | Semester 1 | | Coursework | 100% | Examination Weight | 0% | | Grade Scale | 40PASS | Pass Both Elements | N | | Resit Category | RC1 | Best Mark | N | | Module Co-ordinator | Patrick Wadden | Module Teacher | |
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| Assessment Breakdown |
| Type | Description | % of total | Assessment Date |
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| Participation | To get full credit for participation, you must make a minimum of 2 substantive comments (new or responding to other students) on each Perusal reading by noon on Wednesday. These must engage directly with the reading; comments that are vague or provide context about the author or piece as a whole will not count (you are welcome to add these if you find them helpful, but you must also do two other comments). You must also make substantive contributions to class discussions. | 20% | n/a | | Assignment | At five points during the semester, there will be a primary source analysis assignment in class. I will give you a short excerpt of a source (that you have not seen before, but which will be similar to those you read on Perusall). I will provide you with the basic context of the source (author, title, date, format), and give you class time to write an analysis. This should draw on previous lectures and offer a contextualization and analysis of the source. Your four highest scores will count (7.5% each), so if you happen to miss class when one occurs, you will be fine. | 30% | n/a | | Assignment | The research project is designed to help you improve your research and essay writing skills. You will be provided with a choice of questions and a bibliography, and will be required to choose and read sources. You will submit an annotated bibliography and outline (15%) several weeks before you submit the essay itself (35%). | 50% | n/a |
| Reassessment Requirement Type |
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
RC1: A resit is available for both* components of the module.
RC2: No resit is available for a 100% coursework module.
RC3: No resit is available for the coursework component where there is a coursework and summative examination element.
* ‘Both’ is used in the context of the module having a coursework/summative examination split; where the module is 100% coursework, there will also be a resit of the assessment
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Pre-requisite |
None
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Co-requisite |
None |
| Compatibles |
None |
| Incompatibles |
None |
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All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
What were the middle ages: Periodisation and sources
St Patrick and the conversion of Ireland
Irish missionary activity abroad
Early Irish politics
Irish society and economy
The changing nature of Irish kingship and the rise of the U I Neill
The Vikings in Ireland
Urbanisation and the rise of Brian Boru
Creation of an English colony in Ireland
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Indicative Reading List
Books:
- Ó CróinÃn, Dáibhà (ed.): 2005, A new history of Ireland: Prehistoric and early Ireland, Oxford,
- Ó Corráin, Donnchadh: 1972, Ireland before the Normans, Dublin,
- Ó CróinÃn, DáibhÃ: 1995, Early medieval Ireland, 400-1200, London,
- Clare Downham: 2017, Medieval Ireland, Cambridge University Press, 0, 978-1107651654
- Matthew Stout: 2017, Early Medieval Ireland, Wordwell Books, 329, 978-1999790905
- Brendan Smith: 2020, The Cambridge History of Ireland:, Cambridge University Press, 674, 978-1107527560
Articles:
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Other Resources
- 1: In Class/Loop, A full comprehensive reading list will be provided on loop along with further resources,
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