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Questions of national identity have been thrown into high relief by devolution and potential independence, so how might we explain contemporary Scotland? Assessing what Scotland and Scottishness are today requires a thematic approach to historical understanding. This course provides a case study of how ideas about of the development of nations stand up against the evidence since the mid-eighteenth century. It addresses popular myths about difference from England, industrial development and decline, education and empire, immigration and emigration, sectarianism, political allegiance, tourism and heritage as well as the images and icons constituting ‘Scottishness’.
Study Type | Undergraduate | Level | 3 |
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Term | First Term | Credit Points | 30 credits (15 ECTS credits) |
Campus | None. | Sustained Study | No |
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Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.
1st attempt: one three-hour examination (60%); in-course written assessment (30%); participation, including presentation (10%). 1 three-hour written examination (100%).
Formative assessment includes feedback on seminar performance, presentation, and discussion on essay planning and readings.
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