Unit name | Britain's Long Nineteenth Century, 1789-1914 |
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Unit code | HIST30120 |
Credit points | 20 |
Level of study | H/6 |
Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 1 (weeks 1 - 12) |
Unit director | Dr. Sheldon |
Open unit status | Not open |
Pre-requisites |
none |
Co-requisites |
none |
School/department | Department of History (Historical Studies) |
Faculty | Faculty of Arts |
This unit addresses the history of Britain between the French Revolution and the outbreak of the First World War. Between 1789 and 1914 a distinctively modern British identity emerged which still leaves its impression upon the twentieth and twenty-first century. Britain became the first urban and industrial society, witnessed unprecedented economic growth and linked population expansion. New political and cultural forms emerged side by side with this transformation. Gender relations were shaped and reshaped. The nature of politics also shifted onto a new terrain as mass participation by men and women grew. Britain’s relationship with the wider world was also transformed through war, empire, trade and migration. Many years of study and writing upon Britain in this period suggest it might be considered a jewel in the crown of historical scholarship. Students will be introduced to the period’s main processes, structural features and events as well as some of the rich primary sources (many of which can now be accessed digitally via university web resources). Approaches will focus upon social and cultural history including especially class and gender with a special focus on history from below.
By the end of this unit, successful students will be able to:
Classes will involve a combination of long- and short-form lectures, class discussion, investigative activities, and practical activities. Students will be expected to engage with readings and participate on a weekly basis. This will be further supported with drop-in sessions and self-directed exercises with tutor and peer feedback.
1 x Individual Presentation (25%) [ILOs 1-4]
1 x Timed Assessment (75%) [ILOs 1-4]
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