1. Level 3 Module Allocation Procedures Meeting
Department of History
Level 3 Module Allocation Procedures Meeting
Dr James Shaw
Please note this meeting is being recorded, any questions will form part of the recording
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2. Why do we do Module Allocations?
To allow student choice.
To ensure a fair allocations process.
For small group teaching – seminar groups of 16.
Last year every student who submitted on time was allocated to one of their top three special subjects.
Special Subjects get oversubscribed so please think carefully about all six of your preferences.
The module list will be different to the list.
The timetable is draft and is subject to change.
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3. Module Allocations: the process
Wed 13th April
Attend the History Module Allocations Meeting.
Wed 13th April (after meeting)
Module allocation instructions sent out by department.
By 5pm on Tues 19th April
List of the History modules running in including the DRAFT timetable will be available.
Wed 20th – Sun 24th April
Departmental module preference forms open at 9am Wednesday and preferences must be submitted midnight on Sunday.
Thurs 21st April
Level 3 Module Fair: opportunity to speak to current Level 3 students and academic staff.
5-7pm, Workroom 1, Diamond Building
Mon 25th – Thurs 28th April
Department allocates students to modules.
Fri 29th April
History Module Allocations published on History Online (MOLE).
Tues 3rd – Fri 20th May
University Online Module Choice system opens.
SINGLE HISTORY – You will not need to complete the University Online Module Choice process, unless you are requesting an unrestricted module.
DUALISTS – You will need to complete the University Online Module Choice process; your History modules will appear, however you will need to submit modules from your dual department.
Fri 8th July
Exam results released. Registry Services will provide information about completing your registration.
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4. Level 3 Modules Dissertations
Two types: HST399 (40 credit) for single honours students has a 10,000 word limit. HST398 (20 credit) for dual honours students only and has a 7,000 word limit. Usually on a topic related to your special subject. Where regulations allow, dual students can take HST399 alongside a special subject.
Special Subjects
A focused, document-based module, in which you work closely with a member of staff on their research specialism. These are taught by two two-hour seminars per week and run over both semesters in the final year. Examined by means of two three-hour examinations at end of year.
Comparative Options
A 20-credit, one semester module taking major historical themes and exploring these across a broad time-frame and in a variety of different cultural and geographic settings. Assessed through two pieces of coursework and oral participation. No exam.
HST3000: The Uses of History
This module explores the theory and practice of public history by providing students with the opportunity to communicate their scholarly work to an audience beyond the boundaries of our discipline. Students will work towards to articulating an aspect of their own historical interests to a non-academic audience while evaluating the use of history outside academic settings.
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5. Single Honours Degree Structure
Level 3
Dissertation
40 Credits
(Academic Yr)
HST3000
20 Credits
(Semester 2)
Comparative Option
20 Credits
(Semester 1)
Special Subject
40 Credits
(Academic Yr)
Order your preferences for the Special Subject and Comparative Option.
Module information will be available on the department website on Tuesday 19th April.
You can choose to take an unrestricted module in place of HST3000 or a Comparative Option.

6. No compulsory modules for Duals except Arch/History
Dual Honours Degree Structure
No compulsory modules for Duals except Arch/History
Must take 60 credits
of History modules.
History Modules
Uses of History
Comparative Options Special Subjects Short Dissertation
Arch/History must take a joint dissertation (40 credits) & choose Special Subject.
Modules?
Short Dissertation for dualists is
7,000 words.
20 credits, Sem 2
Long Dissertation is available to students who can take 80 credits of History.

7. DRAFT Timetable
The timetable is draft at this stage, please be aware changes can occur.
Please check your timetable carefully, particularly if you are taking modules outside of History.
Special Subjects are NOT always timetabled at the same time in Semester 1 and 2.
We work closely with our Dual Departments to ensure the minimum number of timetable problems.
If you find you have a timetable problem please get in touch with the department as soon as possible and we will look into possible resolutions.
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8. What to do next?
On 19th April look at the module information available at:
Visit special subject convenors in office hours to discuss specific questions you may have.
Attend the Module Fair on Thursday 21st April, 5-7pm, Workroom 1, Diamond Building.
Attend drop-in sessions, specifically available to help with module allocation queries:
Tuesday 19th April pm (room 1.12 & 3.06)
Thursday 21st April am (room 1.12 & 3.06)
Thursday 21st April pm (room 3.06)
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9. Key Information
Please read module descriptions carefully, titles do not always give the full picture.
You should not take more than 70 credits per semester.
Modules are not allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Preferences submitted on time will be given priority over late submissions.
There are two systems: a Departmental Module Preference system & a University Online Module Choice system.
Any queries, please see or contact
Problems with module allocation? Get in touch by asap or see Dr James Shaw on Tuesday 3rd May, 1-3pm.