Minor Specification Economic History Awarding Institution University of Southampton Teaching Institution University of Southampton Name of Minor Economic History FHEQ level of final award As for the Major programme QAA Subject Benchmark or other N/A external reference Faculty that owns the Minor Social, Human and Mathematical Sciences Minor Leader Dr Helen Paul Date specification was written First Draft 1: 24 th October 2014 Final Draft: 1 st September 2015 Approved by FSHMS FPC: 16 th September 2015 Overview of Minor 1 Brief outline of the Minor Economic history is the study of how human societies interact with their economies across time. It also covers any quantitative approach to historical data. Examples of economic history topics include: the development of technologies and their effects on economic life; economic development across time and space; human populations and demography; the history of trade including international trade; the history of money; urban history and economic theory applied to historical questions. The minor can be taken by students from across the University, including economists. This is a flexible minor, which you can tailor to your own interests. You will learn how historical events and processes have shaped today s economies. You will also learn how to use the insights from economics to improve your understanding of history. The minor provides the opportunity to study economies over a longer time period than is usual in most economics modules. You can develop your skills in communication, especially your written communication and presentation skills. You can engage with both quantitative and qualitative approaches to the study of economic history. You have the option to improve your numerical skills, if quantitative modules are not already part of your degree. You can therefore broaden your education and improve your employability. 2 Learning and teaching The Minor includes a broad range of different teaching and learning methods. Modules are taken from across the Faculty of Humanities and the Faculty of Social and Human Sciences. You can choose from a range of different approaches. Most modules involve two lectures per week. Depending on the modules chosen, you may also attend: weekly tutorials; weekly computer workshops; drop-in surgeries; student-led seminars; workshops, and field trips. The quantitative modules (such as STAT1003 Introduction to Quantitative Methods) introduce you to quantitative methods such as descriptive statistics. You will be trained to use software such as EXCEL spreadsheets or SPSS econometric software. (These modules are only for students who have no compulsory quantitative modules as part of their main degree). Other modules (such as DEMO2013 Population History) involve field trips and student-led seminars. Year 3 History modules have no lectures but are taught using two 1
hour seminars involving in-depth analysis of primary sources and discussion. These seminars are student-led. Many of the modules assume no prior knowledge of the topic. There are some modules which have prerequisites. 3 Assessment A wide range of assessment methods are used which depend upon which modules are chosen. Assessment methods include: written examinations; online exercises; reflexive journals; field journals; assignments; group coursework; mid-term tests; contributions to blogs; essays; group presentations; individual presentations; portfolio study, and the creation of policy briefing documents or outreach packages for school-aged children. Educational Aims of the Minor The aims of the Minor are to: Introduce you to the main theoretical approaches used by historians Develop transferable skills which will lead to increased employability Broaden your knowledge of key eras and processes in economic history Introduce you to a wide variety of different techniques to approach primary source materials Allow you to pursue your own interests in more depth Complement your main studies Introduce you to economic history as an important sub-discipline of both economics and history Introduce quantitative approaches to historical questions Learning Outcomes for the Minor Knowledge and Understanding Having successfully completed this Minor you will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of: Key developments and events in economic history Theoretical approaches used in economic history The historical roots of modern economic and political debates Basic concepts in economics applied to historical debates Teaching and Learning Methods Lectures are used to highlight the main ideas and to convey information Tutorials are an opportunity for you to discuss ideas with each other and with teaching staff. For quantitative modules, there will be problem sets given out in advance. During the class, the tutor and students will go through the problems together. For qualitative modules, work may also be set in advance in a similar fashion. Seminars are used for the more qualitative modules. Small groups of students will present their findings regarding a particular question and many of the seminars are student led. In certain modules, students will be assessed on their participation in these seminars. Assessment methods Assessment methods include: written examinations; online exercises; reflexive journals; field journals; assignments; group coursework; mid-term tests; contributions to blogs; essays; group presentations, and individual presentations. 2
Subject Specific Intellectual and Research Skills Having successfully completed this Minor, and dependent upon your choice of modules, you will be able to: Use quantitative approaches to analyse datasets Use statistical software such as EXCEL Subject-specific techniques to analyse data and/or primary evidence Analyse a range of primary sources, which may be textual or archaeological Understand the context of the production of primary sources and use this to evaluate their reliability Recognise and utilise interdisciplinary links between modules in different discipline areas relating to economic history Apply logical analysis to assumption-based models and make use of inductive reasoning Provide a framework for the evaluation and assessment of the economic processes and crisis episodes Handle material objects according to professional standards used by archaeologists, archivists and museum staff Teaching and Learning Methods Computer workshops develop students skills in dealing with specific statistical software packages such as EXCEL and STATA Field trips are used to enrich students understanding of particular primary source materials and to introduce them to specialist techniques used in, for example, archival research. Hand specimen work introduces students to key practical skills in object handling used in archaeological research and museum and archival work. Assessment methods Assessment methods include: written examinations; online exercises; reflexive journals; field journals; assignments; group coursework; mid-term tests; contributions to blogs; essays; group presentations; individual presentations; portfolio study; creation of policy briefing documents or outreach packages for school-aged children. Transferable and Generic Skills Having successfully completed this Minor, and dependent upon module choice, you will be able to: Communicate ideas and arguments in written and oral form Collaborate with others effectively to achieve common goals Manage your own time effectively to meet deadlines Use computer software such as EXCEL which is an industry standard Collate, synthesise and present empirical data Teaching and Learning Methods Computer workshops develop students skills in dealing with specific statistical software packages such as EXCEL and STATA Group work develops team-work, delegation, leadership and negotiation skills. Assessment methods Assessment methods include: written examinations; online exercises; reflexive journals; field journals; assignments; group coursework; mid-term tests; contributions to blogs; essays; group presentations and individual presentations. 3
Structure of Minor 1 Typical content Economic history is a truly interdisciplinary subject which bridges the Humanities, Social Sciences, Natural Sciences and Business and Management. The Minor allows you to improve your communication skills and your evaluation of qualitative evidence. It also will deepen your understanding of the history of the economy and of technological and population change. You can also learn techniques and approaches which are not covered in your main degree. The Minor in economic history is very flexible. There is a wide range of choice in modules. You can choose topics related to a particular era or over the long run, from pre-history up until the present day. All students are welcome to choose the economic history Minor, including economists. For those interested in quantitative economic history or the history of technology, there are a number of choices available (for example, in Archaeology or Demography). It is also possible to choose topics which do not involve the use of statistical analysis or of specialised technology. 2 Special Features of the programme Optional field trips for which a fee will be charged. 3 Details of the Minor You may not select modules that are incorporated as core or compulsory on your Major programme of study. The Minor is studied over three years. You must obtain credits of at least 37.5 ECTS/75 CATS by taking modules chosen from the list of optional modules below. Most of the modules are worth 7.5 ECTS/15 CATS each. Therefore, you would ordinarily choose five modules of 7.5 ECTS/15 CATS each. Some modules are worth 15 ECTS/30 CATS each. If you wish to choose a 15 ECTS/30 CATS module you may do so provided a) that this is not in contravention of the requirements of your main degree programme and b) that you do not take a 15 ECTS/30 CATS module in your first year. A UOSM module in Economic History is currently being developed. If it is made available, it will become compulsory. You are advised to take it in your first or second year to avoid timetabling problems. Certain optional modules in Part 2 and Part 3 have a pre-requisite module from Part 1. Where this is the case, you must pass the pre-requisite module in order to choose the optional module at Part 2 or Part 3 level. Typically, you would take 7.5 ECTS/15 CATS from Part 1; 15 ECTS/30 CATS from Part 2 and 15 ECTS/30 CATS from Part 3. Modules may only count towards the Minor part of the degree if they are not compulsory or core for your main degree. Some modules have pre-requisites or anti-requisites (i.e. there are some modules which may not be taken under certain circumstances). They are stated where appropriate. These modules may not all be available in any given year. In addition, there may be caps on student numbers on particular modules. Note: certain modules may only run in Semester 1 of Year 1 and they should be selected at enrolment. Depending on your timetable and your main degree, you will usually choose one module from year 1 designated modules, and four modules from any combination of year 2 designated and year 3 designated modules. For example, you may choose four year 3 designated modules or four year 2 designated modules or any combination thereof. It is possible, dependent on timetabling and the constraints of the main degree 4
programme undertaken, to choose two year 1 designated modules in Part 1. This choice would be followed by at least three modules from the year 2 modules and year 3 designated modules listed below. Back Tracking and Forward Tracking: Back tracking and forward tracking by one level are allowed up to 15 ECTS/30 CATS Students on all degree programmes should check how many option modules they are able to take in each Part of their degree programme. It is advisable for you to consider taking at least one module for the Minor in Part 1. Individual programme regulations supersede any information given in this Minor Specification. You can choose from a variety of modules, dependent on your individual interests. You can consider grouping options together by time period or by geographic location. Certain modules allow you to gain core technical skills (such as quantitative skills in analysing statistics) which you may not necessarily be studying as part of your main programme. Teaching is research led at all levels. As a result, the modules on offer vary from year to year as staff research interests and priorities develop and change. The following is an indicative list of the modules on offer to students wishing to study for the Minor. Possible format of Minor Part One 7.5 ECTS/15 CATS from year 1 designated modules Non-economists are strongly advised to take ECON1009 or ECON1003 Part Two 15 ECTS/30 CATS from year 2 designated modules including the compulsory UOSM in Economic History (if this module is offered). Part 3 7.5 ECTS/15 CATS from year 3 designated modules Plus 7.5 ECTS/15 CATS from year 3 designated modules Or 7.5 ECTS/15 CATS from year 2 designated modules (especially relevant to UOSM or HIST modules) Alternatively, 15 ECTS/30 CATS from year 2 designated modules including the compulsory UOSM in Economic History (if this module is offered and has not already been taken). Note 1: some modules are worth 15 ECTS/30 CATS each. Note2: Anti-requisite modules are those with similar content, where completing both would not contribute to the Minor completion requirements. Year 1 designated modules MANG1018 Technologies that Shaped the Business World: The Mechanical Age ARCH1062 Wonderful Things: World History in 40 Objects ECON1001 Foundations of Microeconomics Anti-requisite: ECON1003 5
ECON1003 Principles of Microeconomics Pre-requisite: A-level Economics Anti-requisite: ECON1001 STAT1003 Introduction to Quantitative Methods Pre-requisite: GCSE Mathematics at Grade C or above (or equivalent) Anti-requisite: May not be taken by students undertaking Major programmes in Mathematics, Social Sciences, Physics or Geography ECON1009 Introduction to Economics for Non-Economists Anti-requisites: ECON1001 and ECON1003 Students with A-level Economics should consider taking ECON1001 or ECON1003 instead. SOCI1002 Transformations of the Modern World MANG1022 Technologies that Shaped the Business World: The Digital Age ARCH1002 Emergence of Civilisation: Domesticating Ourselves & Others ARCH1030 Foundations of the Modern World: Classical and Medieval Archaeology HIST1093 The Reign of Philip II, King of Spain and Portugal (1556-1598) HIST1008 A Tudor Revolution in Government? HIST1089 Histories of Empire HIST1136 From Siena to Southampton: Medieval Towns and Cities GEOG1004 A Global World Year 2 designated modules CRIM2002 Crime and Criminal Justice: Historical Perspectives STAT2009 Research Methods in the Social Sciences Pre-requisite: STAT1003 ARCH2017 Maritime Archaeology ARCH2029 Digging into data: quantitative analysis for archaeology Anti-requisites: STAT1003 and ECON1007. In addition, this module may not be taken by students undertaking a Major programme in Social Sciences, Physics, Mathematics or Geography HIST2073 Jews in Germany before the Holocaust HIST2079 Britain Goes Global: The Voyages of Captain Cook, 1769-1780 ENGL2077 Money and Meaning in American Fiction DEMO2013 Population History 6
ECON2013 Development Economics Pre-requisite: ECON1001, ECON1003 or ECON1009. ARCH2003 The Power of Rome: Europe s First Empire UOSM2023 Portus Archaeology Field School Note: this module involves a trip abroad in summer and payment of extra fees places limited) UOSM2018 Understanding Modern China UOSM2007 Digital Humanities: Critical Thinking in the Information Age UOSM2014 Piracy, Security and Maritime Space UOSM2025 Tall tales: Unpicking the Secrets of Buildings GEOG2034 Economic Geography Pre-requisite: GEOG1004 HIST2060 From the Czars to the Red Star: Jews in the Russian Empire and the Soviet Union, 1772-1941 HIST2086 Building London, 1666-2012 SOCI3001 Comparative Sociology SOCI3076 Successful Societies Year 3 designated modules ARCH3005 Critical Approaches to the European Bronze Age ARCH3028 Living with the Romans and Exploring their Towns and Cities ARCH3039 More than Pyramids and Pharaohs? Ancient Egypt in Context ARCH3019 The Anthropology and Archaeology of Eating and Drinking GEOG3049 Evolutionary Economic Geography Pre-requisite GEOG1004 Module Groupings Note: The minor may contain modules from more than one group. You are advised that this is just a rough guide and they should check the module specifications and availability carefully. This is not the only possible grouping system. For example, you could tailor your studies to: imperialism and colonisation; buildings and towns; trade; consumption history; maritime history; material history, or long-run economic change. 7
Technical skills and subject specific training ARCH2029 Digging into data: quantitative analysis for archaeology Anti-requisites: STAT1003 and ECON1007. In addition, this module may not be taken by students undertaking a Major programme in Social Sciences, Physics, Mathematics or Geography ECON1009 Economics for Non-Economists Anti-requisites: ECON1001 and ECON1003 Students with A-level Economics will find that this module is at too low a level for them. They should consider taking ECON1003 or ECON1001 instead STAT1003 Introduction to Quantitative Methods Pre-requisite: GCSE Mathematics at Grade C or above (or equivalent) Anti-requisite: May not be taken by students undertaking Major programmes in Mathematics, Social Sciences, Physics or Geography STAT2009 Research Methods in the Social Sciences Pre-requisite: STAT1003 Note: STAT1003 and STAT2009 are ARCH2029 UOSM2007 Digital Humanities: Critical Thinking in the Information Age UOSM2023 Portus Archaeology Field School Note: this module involves a trip abroad in summer and payment of extra fees places limited) http://www.southampton.ac.uk/cip/information_for_students/find_your_degree/modules/the_portus_field_ school.page Long run (across several eras) ARCH1030 Foundations of the Modern World: Classical and Medieval Archaeology ARCH1062 Wonderful Things: World History in 40 Objects ARCH2017 Maritime Archaeology ARCH3019 The Anthropology and Archaeology of Eating and Drinking UOSM2014 Piracy, Security and Maritime Space UOSM2025 Tall tales: Unpicking the Secrets of Buildings HIST2073 Jews in Germany before the Holocaust HIST2060 From the Czars to the Red Star: Jews in the Russian Empire and the Soviet Union, 1772-1941 HIST2079 Britain Goes Global: The Voyages of Captain Cook, 1769-1780 8
Pre-History ARCH1002 Emergence of Civilisation: Domesticating Ourselves & Others ARCH3005 Critical Approaches to the European Bronze Age Ancient History ARCH1030 Foundations of the Modern World: Classical and Medieval Archaeology ARCH2003 The Power of Rome: Europe s First Empire ARCH3028 Living with the Romans and Exploring their Towns and Cities ARCH3039 More than Pyramids and Pharaohs? Ancient Egypt in Context UOSM2023 Portus Archaeology Field School Note: this module involves a trip abroad in summer and payment of extra fees places limited) http://www.southampton.ac.uk/cip/information_for_students/find_your_degree/modules/the_portus_field_ school.page Mediaeval History ARCH1030 Foundations of the Modern World: Classical and Medieval Archaeology HIST1136 From Siena to Southampton: Medieval Towns and Cities Early Modern History HIST1093 The Reign of Philip II, King of Spain and Portugal (1556-1598) HIST1008 A Tudor Revolution in Government? HIST2079 Britain Goes Global: The Voyages of Captain Cook, 1769-1780 Modern History CRIM2002 Crime and Criminal Justice: Historical Perspectives ECON2013 Development Economics Pre-requisite: ECON1001, ECON1003 or ECON1009. ENGL2077 Money and Meaning in American Fiction GEOG1004 A Global World GEOG2034 Economic Geography Pre-requisite: GEOG1004 GEOG3049 Evolutionary Economic Geography 9
Pre-requisite GEOG1004 MANG1018 Technologies that Shaped the Business World: The Mechanical Age MANG1022 Technologies that Shaped the Business World: The Digital Age SOCI1002 Transformations of the Modern World SOCI3076 Successful Societies UOSM2018 Understanding Modern China Non-European History/Global History ARCH1002 Emergence of Civilisation: Domesticating Ourselves & Others ARCH1062 Wonderful Things: World History in 40 Objects ARCH3039 More than Pyramids and Pharaohs? Ancient Egypt in Context ARCH3019 The Anthropology and Archaeology of Eating and Drinking ECON2013 Development Economics Pre-requisite: ECON1001, ECON1003 or ECON1009. ENGL2077 Money and Meaning in American Fiction GEOG1004 A Global World HIST1089 Histories of Empire HIST2060 From the Czars to the Red Star: Jews in the Russian Empire and the Soviet Union, 1772-1941 HIST2079 Britain Goes Global: The Voyages of Captain Cook, 1769-1780 SOCI3001 Comparative Sociology UOSM2014 Piracy, Security and Maritime Space UOSM2018 Understanding Modern China Technologies and their effect on the economy MANG1018 Technologies that Shaped the Business World: The Mechanical Age ARCH1062 Wonderful Things: World History in 40 Objects 10
MANG1022 Technologies that Shaped the Business World: The Digital Age ARCH1002 Emergence of Civilisation: Domesticating Ourselves & Others UOSM2025 Tall tales: Unpicking the Secrets of Buildings HIST2086 Building London, 1666-2012 4 Progression Requirements The programme of which this minor comprises a part follows the University s regulations for Progression, Determination and Classification of Results: Undergraduate and Integrated Masters Programmes as set out in the University Calendar: http://www.calendar.soton.ac.uk/sectioniv/progression-regs.html In order to qualify for the Minor, students must pass all modules that make up the Minor. There is no provision for students to be referred in a Minor module solely for the purpose of qualifying for the Minor. Please note: This specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the Minor and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if s/he takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided. More detailed information can be found on the Minor website at http://www.southampton.ac.uk/cip/information_for_students/minor_subjects/index.page. Revision History 1. Draft 1 Written 24 th October 2014 (H Paul) 2. Draft 2 Written 13 th April 2015 (H Paul) 3. Faculty Scrutiny Group review 15 th July 2015 4. Draft 3 Written 1 st September 2015 (H Paul) 5. Approved by Faculty Programmes Committee 16 th September 2015 11