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DRPS : Course Catalogue : School of History, Classics and Archaeology : History

Undergraduate Course: Ghana: From Colonialism to Socialism, C.1880-1983 (HIST10016)

Course Outline
SchoolSchool of History, Classics and Archaeology CollegeCollege of Humanities and Social Science
Course typeStandard AvailabilityAvailable to all students
Credit level (Normal year taken)SCQF Level 10 (Year 3 Undergraduate) Credits20
Home subject areaHistory Other subject areaNone
Course website None Taught in Gaelic?No
Course descriptionAn examination of themes in the history of Ghana from the late pre-colonial period, through the period of high colonialism, down to the 'revolution' of 1982-83. The course begins with an analysis of debates surrounding the Asante kingdom, before proceeding to an exploration of the colonial state and its relationionship to expatriate firms, mission organizations, chiefs and the peasantry. The course also deals with decolonization, Nkrumah's socialist vision and the very different ideological guises assumed by military rulers. Running through the course is a concern with aspects of social history, including gender and popular culture.
Entry Requirements (not applicable to Visiting Students)
Pre-requisites Co-requisites
Prohibited Combinations Other requirements A pass or passes in 40 credits of first level historical courses or equivalent and a pass or passes in 40 credits of second level historical courses or equivalent.
Before enrolling students on this course, Directors are asked to contact the History Honours Admission Secretary to ensure that a place is available (Tel: 503783).
Additional Costs None
Information for Visiting Students
Pre-requisitesVisiting students should usually have at least 3 History courses at grade B or above (or be predicted to obtain this) for entry to this course. We will only consider University/College level courses.

** Visiting Students must contact the Visiting Student Section for admission **
Displayed in Visiting Students Prospectus?Yes
Course Delivery Information
Not being delivered
Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
To further an understanding of key debates which relate specifically to Ghana, but also to Africa and the study of history more generally. Students will be encouraged to hone their presentational as well as skills.
Assessment Information
One essay of about 3000 words (one third of overall assessment); one two hour examination paper (two thirds of overall assessment).
Visiting Student Variant Assessment
One essay of about 3000 words (one third of overall assessment); one take home examination essay (two thirds of overall assessment).
Special Arrangements
None
Additional Information
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Transferable skills Not entered
Reading list Not entered
Study Abroad Not entered
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Contacts
Course organiserProf Paul Nugent
Tel: (0131 6)50 3756
Email: Paul.Nugent@ed.ac.uk
Course secretaryMs Marie-Therese Rafferty
Tel: (0131 6)50 3780
Email: M.T.Rafferty@ed.ac.uk
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