MO5019 Early Modern Documents and Sources

2024 to 2025 Semester 1

Curricular information may be subject to change

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Key module information

SCOTCAT credits

The Scottish Credit Accumulation and Transfer (SCOTCAT) system allows credits gained in Scotland to be transferred between institutions. The number of credits associated with a module gives an indication of the amount of learning effort required by the learner. European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) credits are half the value of SCOTCAT credits.

SCQF level

SCQF level 11

The Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) provides an indication of the complexity of award qualifications and associated learning and operates on an ascending numeric scale from Levels 1-12 with SCQF Level 10 equating to a Scottish undergraduate Honours degree.

Planned timetable

To be arranged.

This information is given as indicative. Timetable may change at short notice depending on room availability.

Module description

This module provides a wide-ranging introduction to the types of source material which researchers on the early modern period may encounter. In studying this module, you will be trained in critical analysis of genres of both textual and material sources. It offers an introduction to methodological commentaries on the nature of such sources, a range of British, European, and global examples of them, and the chance for you to discuss examples drawn from your own particular areas of specialism. The module also provides a guide to analysing modern editions of documents and assessing their reliability. Its training in the variety of material which early modernists may unexpectedly find themselves working with, whatever their specialism, is an excellent complement to the other skills pathways, and important preparation for the MLitt (and any potential doctoral) dissertation.

Assessment pattern

100% coursework

Re-assessment