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LLC5020

One World or many? Global Experiences of Modernity (12 points)

(ARTS)

Leader: Warren Sun

Offered:
Not offered in 2004.

Synopsis:

Objectives: On completion of this subject students should be familiar with, and have an understanding of significant features of modernity from its inception in Western Europe through to its emergence as shared experience across the globe. They should be familiar with the research tradition of historical sociology, modernization and civilizational theories, and be able to apply relevant terms and concepts. They should be able to discuss and review research literature. They should be able to conduct independent research, to present their results orally as well as in written exposition (including planning, arguing on the basis of evidence, and documenting), engage in team work and in critical academic discussion of information and argument.

Assessment: Essay (5000 words): 60% + Seminar paper (2000 words): 20% + Class paper (2000 words): 20%

Contact Hours: 12 hours per week of lectures and tutorials


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