| Module Title |
Europe in the 16th-18th Centuries |
| Module Code |
HIS1077 |
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Faculty |
Humanities & Social Sciences |
School |
History & Geography |
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NFQ level |
8 |
Credit Rating |
7.5 |
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Description
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Learning Outcomes
1. Demonstrate comprehension of the key themes in European history of the 16th-18th centuries.
2. Evaluate the historical significance of Europe as a concept.
3. Engage critically with a wide range of historical sources, primary and secondary.
4. Access and critically evaluate sources in print and online.
5. Demonstrate critical and analytical skills in writing.
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| Workload | Full time hours per semester | | Type | Hours | Description |
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| Lecture | 22 | No Description | | Tutorial | 4 | No Description | | Independent Study | 161 | No Description |
| Total Workload: 187 |
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| Section Breakdown | | CRN | 12286 | Part of Term | Semester 1 | | Coursework | 40% | Examination Weight | 60% | | Grade Scale | 40PASS | Pass Both Elements | N | | Resit Category | RC1 | Best Mark | N | | Module Co-ordinator | Celeste McNamara | Module Teacher | Marnie Hay, Patrick Wadden, Roman Birke |
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| Assessment Breakdown |
| Type | Description | % of total | Assessment Date |
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| Essay | Primary source analysis | 20% | n/a | | Participation | Preparation for, attendance at, and participation in all four tutorial sessions. | 20% | n/a | | Formal Examination | n/a | 60% | End-of-Semester |
| 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
Indicative Content
The module will cover major themes and events of European history from 1500-1800, including the Reformation, Scientific Revolution, Enlightenment, Exploration, Imperialism, Rise of Imperialism, and Age of Revolutions
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Indicative Reading List
Books:
None
Articles:
None |
Other Resources
None |
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