Module Provider: |
English |
Number of credits: |
20 [10 ECTS credits] |
Level: |
H (Honours) |
Terms in which taught: |
Autumn |
Module Convenor: |
Mr
PM
Jones |
Pre-requisites: |
AT1APH
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Co-requisites: |
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Modules excluded: |
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Module version for: |
2005/6 [module in process of revision] |
Aims:
Specialist options allow students to develop their knowledge and skills in particular disciplines in greater depth and focus. This politics option aims to provide students with an understanding of the Anglo-American "Special Relationship". |
Assessable learning outcomes:
By the end of the module it is expected that the student will be able to:
identify and explain the main issues and events studied
acquire a detailed knowledge of the events through extensive reading in specialised literature
locate and assemble information on the subject by independent research
appraise critically the primary sources and historical interpretations of the subject
organise material and articulate arguments effectively in writing, both under timed conditions and in assessed essays. |
Additional outcomes:
The module also aims to encourage the development of oral communication skills and the student's effectiveness in group situations. Students will also develop their IT skills by use of relevant web resources. |
Outline content:
This module involves an in-depth study of Anglo-American relations beginning with the forging of the wartime alliance after 1941. Particular attention will be paid to the interrelated themes of the political parties and decision-making processes in both states and the nature and basis for a special relationship. The module will focus on the period after 1939, a period when the relative power relations between the two states became increasingly obvious. However, reference will also be made to the major issues of agreement and disagreement and the personalities involved at the highest level of decision-making. |
Brief description of teaching
and learning methods:
Seminars, for which students must carry out full preparatory reading and research. Seminars rely on structured group discussion and may also include: seminar papers by students; discussion of evidence; team-based exercises and debates. Students are expected to carry out self-directed revision in the Summer term. Staff will be available for consultation as necessary. |
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Autumn or Spring |
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24 |
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| Total hours |
24 |
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| Number of essays or assignments |
2 |
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Assessment:
Coursework
Students will write two essays of c.3000 words, one in each term. Both essays must be submitted by the last day of each term at the latest.
Relative percentage of coursework: 50%
Examinations
One two-hour paper requiring two answers.
Requirements for a pass
A mark of 40% overall.
Reassessment arrangements
Re-examination in September. Coursework will be carried forward if it bears a confirmed mark of 40% or more. Otherwise it must be resubmitted by 1 September. |
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