Course Details in 2023/24 Session

Module Title	LC Global History
School	Government
Department	Political Sci & Intern'tl Stud
Module Code	09 34564
Module Lead	Giuditta Fontana
Level	Certificate Level
Credits	20
Semester	Semester 1
Pre-requisites
Co-requisites
Restrictions	None
Contact Hours	Lecture-20 hours Seminar-10 hours Guided independent study-170 hours Total: 200 hours
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Description	This module introduces students to some of the principal events, problems and actors in the history of global politics. It enables students to analyse and contextualise some of the significant milestones which have influenced the trajectory of international relations. The module also encourages students to contemplate constructive ways to reflect on global history and on what it means for the present and future of international politics.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module students should be able to: Demonstrate a familiarity with a number of key historical events and/or periods Engage with key debates pertaining to global history Show an ability to set these topics in global context Critically analyse and evaluate the significance of selected historical episodes
Assessment	34564-01 : 1000 Word Assessment : Coursework (25%) 34564-03 : 2500 Word Assessment : Coursework (75%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Assessment: 1 x 1000 word essay (25%) 1 x 2500 word essay (75%). Reassessment by failed component
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