The Fall of Rome (HI0017)

? Credit Points : 20 ? SCQF Level : 10 ? Acronym : HCA-3-FR

A study of a) the causes and consequences of the fall of the Roman Empire in the West and b) historiographical interpretations of the event from the middle ages to the present. It will offer analysis of the key issues involved, such as the weaknesses of Late Roman society and government, the impact of Christianity, the emergence of local cultures, the causes and nature of the migrations (both Germanic and nomadic), 'barbarian' settlement and Roman techniques of accommodation and the survival of Roman culture, law and traditions in the successor kingdoms. Use will be made of relevant source material in translation. A considerable part of the course will be devoted to explanations of Rome's fall in the Renaissance, Enlightenment and modern periods.

Entry Requirements

? This course is not accepting further student enrolments.

? Pre-requisites : A pass in any first level historical course and any second level historical course or equivalent. Before enrolling students on this course, Directors are asked to contact the History Honours Admissions Secretary to ensure that a place is available (tel. 503783).

Variants

? This course has variants for part year visiting students, as follows

The Fall of Rome (VS1) (Semester 1 (Blocks 1-2))

Subject Areas

Home subject area

History, (School of History, Classics and Archaeology, Schedule E)

Delivery Information

? Normal year taken : 3rd year

? Delivery Period : Semester 1 (Blocks 1-2)

? Contact Teaching Time : 2 hour(s) per week for 11 weeks

First Class Information

Date	Start	End	Room	Area	Additional Information
20/09/2007	14:00	15:50	Room 1.110, William Robertson Building	Central

All of the following classes

Type	Day	Start	End	Area
Lecture	Thursday	14:00	15:50	Central

Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes

The course aims to impart general skills in historical analyses and transferable skills, such as articulate oral presentation, ability to present written work clearly and well, time management, and the collection, organisation and analysis of complex material.