Undergraduate Course: Approaches to the History of the Middle East (IMES10016)
Course Outline
School |
School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures |
College |
College of Humanities and Social Science |
Course type |
Standard |
Availability |
Available to all students |
Credit level (Normal year taken) |
SCQF Level 10 (Year 3 Undergraduate) |
Credits |
20 |
Home subject area |
Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies |
Other subject area |
None |
Course website |
None |
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Course description |
The course aims to develop students' empirical and theoretical grasp of a number of key topics in the history of the Middle East, from the rise of the Islam to modern times. Students will also learn to tackle primary source material and develop their communication skills. |
Entry Requirements
Pre-requisites |
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Co-requisites |
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Prohibited Combinations |
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Other requirements |
None
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Additional Costs |
Not more that £5 for course guide. |
Course Delivery Information
Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
Students will develop substantive historical knowledge on a number of topics, they will develop the capactity to critically evaluate competing historiographical approaches, a sensitivity to the problems posed by preimary sources, and enhanced communicative skills. |
Assessment Information
One 2,000 word essay and one three-hour degree examination. |
Please see Visiting Student Prospectus website for Visiting Student Assessment information |
Special Arrangements
Not entered |
Contacts
Course organiser |
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Course secretary |
Ms Rhona Cullen
Tel: (0131 6)50 4182
Email: Rhona.Cullen@ed.ac.uk |
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