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PROGRAMME APPROVAL FORM SECTION 1 – THE PROGRAMME SPECIFICATION

1. Programme title and designation Joint MA in European History

2. Final award Award Title Credit

value ECTS equivalent

Any special criteria

Master of Arts European History 240 120 N/A 3. Nested award Award Title Credit



N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 4. Exit award Award Title Credit



Postgraduate Certificate

60 A classified PG Certificate may be offered in cases where a total of 60 credits of any combination of modules have been achieved.

Postgraduate Diploma

120 A classified PG Diploma may be offered in cases where a total of 120 credits of any combination of modules have been achieved.

5. Level in the qualifications framework

M

6. Attendance Full-time Part-time Distance

learning Mode of attendance

X No No

Minimum length of programme

2 years

Maximum length of programme

6 years

7. Awarding institution/body

KCL and partner universities, depending on student’s choice of semester(s) abroad: University of Vienna Humboldt University Berlin Freie Universitaet Berlin University College Dublin University of Rome Tre University of Rome Tor Vergata

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Tallinn University University of Paris – Diderot (Paris 7)

8. Teaching institution

KCL and partner universities, depending on student’s choice of semester(s) abroad: University of Vienna Humboldt University Berlin Freie Universitaet Berlin University College Dublin University of Rome Tre University of Rome Tor Vergata Tallinn University University of Paris – Diderot (Paris 7)

9. Proposing department

History, School of Arts and Humanities

10. Programme organiser and contact Details

Dr Anna Maerker [email protected] (ext. 1948)

11. UCAS code (if appropriate)

N/A

12. Relevant QAA subject benchmark/ Professional, statutory and regulatory body guidelines

N/A

13. Date of production of specification

Feb 2012

14. Date of programme review

2014/15 - to be held with Department of History main programme review

15. Educational aims of the programme i.e what is the purpose of the programme and general statements about the learning that takes place over the duration of the programme This joint two-year programme offers students an opportunity to study European history in comparative and global perspective at a range of renowned universities located in European capitals. (1) The programme focuses upon the comparative analysis of European history. The Joint

Master in European History investigates, analyses and interprets the social and economic history of Europe, Europe’s cultural, religious, and intellectual history; as well as the history of violence and conflicts, colonialism and post-colonialism, nation building, international and transnational relationships and migration. The Joint Master in European History provides an opportunity for students to participate in current research projects.

(2) Students will develop their ability to understand historical problems in a comparative framework by using primary sources and a foreign language. Students will be able to identify key historical debates and to present independent conclusions. The students will acquire the necessary knowledge and research methods to individually develop, implement and assess approaches to solve historical problems and questions.

(3) On completion of the Joint Master in European History students should be able to demonstrate in-depth knowledge, critical understanding and authoritative interpretation



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of aspects in European history. Furthermore, students should be able to demonstrate the skills required for original research, analysis, and critical thinking.

16. Educational objectives of the programme/programme outcomes (as relevant to the SEEC Credit Level Descriptors) The programme provides opportunities for students to develop and demonstrate knowledge and understanding and skills in the following areas:

Knowledge and understanding

The programme provides a knowledge and understanding of the following:

1) Different approaches to studying and writing about the history of Europe;

2) The methodological and practical

problems encountered in carrying out historical research and in using primary sources;

3) Themes in European history;

4) Ways in which historical writing is

informed by other disciplines, such as sociology, anthropology and political science;

5) The development of relevant

linguistic competence;

6) Appropriate personal and professional conduct in the context of the discipline.

These are achieved through the following teaching/learning methods and strategies: research-based seminars, including regular (non-assessed) class presentations and discussion • fieldwork, data collection, and analysis • museum-based and library research • essay consultations • one-to-one dissertation supervisions • small group work • directed private study • guest lectures and seminar series

involving relevant researchers • occasional conferences • guided access to the research facilities

available in London, including the British Library supervised internships (subject to availability)

Assessment:

Essays; Dissertation Critical reviews Examinations

Skills and other attributes

Intellectual skills:

1. Can undertake analysis of complex, incomplete or contradictory areas of knowledge, communicating findings/conclusions effectively;

These are achieved through the following teaching/learning methods and strategies: Seminars, guided and framed by a



2. A critical awareness, can synthesise information in a manner that may be innovative, utilising knowledge or processes from the forefront of the discipline/practice;

3. A level of conceptual understanding that will allow her/him critically to evaluate research, advanced scholarship and methodologies and argue alternative approaches;

4. Initiative and originality in problem solving. Can act autonomously in planning and implementing tasks at a professional or equivalent level, making decision in complex and unpredictable situations.

5. The capacity to argue in a structured and effective manner in both written and oral contexts.

6. The ability to respond to feedback in order to progress and to manage individual learning processes.

7. The capacity for self-criticism

tutor, in which students are expected to prepare reading, make presentations and explore set topics and materials through group discussion. Individual tutorials which guide students as they prepare their essays. One-to-one supervision on the dissertation. Seminars at outside institutions such as the Institute of Historical Research (IHR) at which visiting scholars give papers to audiences of academics and postgraduate students. Assessment: The range of assessment methods requires students to demonstrate skills 1-5 through the production of coherent written responses to the questions or problems set, as well as through oral exams.

Practical skills: 1. The gathering and critical evaluation

of information from a wide variety of sources.

2. The critical interpretation of information.

3. The application of abstract concepts to concrete problems.

4. The ability to participate actively and productively in group discussion.

5. The ability to exercise initiative and personal responsibility in professional practice.

These are achieved through the following teaching/learning methods and strategies: Seminar discussion, supervised dissertation work, advice from personal and academic tutors, and independent research. Assessment: Essays/reports, with tutorial feedback. Dissertation (independent research under supervision). Examination

Generic/transferable skills: Students should demonstrate:

1. The ability to communicate effectively in writing.

2. The ability to deliver oral presentations in a clear manner.

3. The ability to contribute effectively to group discussion.

These are achieved through the following teaching/learning methods and strategies: Seminar discussion, supervised dissertation work, advice from personal and academic tutors, and independent research.



4. The capacity to work independently and in groups, to organise their time and manage long-term deadlines.

5. Computing skills (word-processing, spreadsheet, textual analysis, database, visual imaging, mapping, web skills, where appropriate).

Assessment: Essays/reports, with tutorial feedback. Dissertation (independent research under supervision). Examination.

17. Statement of how the programme has been informed by the relevant subject benchmark statement(s)/professional, statutory and regulatory body guidelines There are no relevant benchmark statements or professional body guidelines which apply specifically to this programme. However, the programme is built on the following QAA Descriptor for a qualification at Masters’ (M) level: “[G]raduates of all master's degrees should be capable of demonstrating a systematic understanding of knowledge, much of which is at, or informed by, the forefront of the discipline, field of study or area of professional practice. They should be capable of demonstrating originality in their application of that knowledge and in addressing problems. They will have demonstrated a comprehensive understanding of the techniques applicable to their own research or advanced scholarship. In relation to future employment, master's graduates will be expected to possess the skills needed to exercise independent learning and to develop new skills to a high level.” (QAA, “Master's Degree Characteristics”, March 2010, p. 4) Given the joint nature of the degree, the programme was also developed to be consistent with the Framework for Qualifications of the European Higher Education Area (FQ-EHEA) , in consultation with the ECTS Users' Guide (revised 2009), and in accordance with the Dublin Descriptors of the Joint Quality Initiative. For the Masters' level (“second cycle”), students: “- have demonstrated knowledge and understanding that is founded upon and extends and/or enhances that typically associated with Bachelor’s level, and that provides a basis or opportunity for originality in developing and/or applying ideas, often within a research3 context; - can apply their knowledge and understanding, and problem solving abilities in new or unfamiliar environments within broader (or multidisciplinary) contexts related to their field of study; - have the ability to integrate knowledge and handle complexity, and formulate judgements with incomplete or limited information, but that include reflecting on social and ethical responsibilities linked to the application of their knowledge and judgements; - can communicate their conclusions, and the knowledge and rationale underpinning these, to specialist and non-specialist audiences clearly and unambiguously; - have the learning skills to allow them to continue to study in a manner that may be largely self-directed or autonomous.” PAF modified by QAS for 2014/15: 25th February 2014


18. In cases of joint honours programmes please provide a rationale for the particular subject combination, either educational or academic N/A Which is the lead department and/or Faculty? History



19. Programme structure Please complete the following table and, if appropriate, to include joint, major/minor or other variations Code = code of each module available for the programme Title = title of each module available for the programme, plus its credit level and credit value Status = please indicate whether the module is introductory (I), core (Cr), compulsory (Cp), one or more of however many modules must be passed to progress (CrCp), (P) professional (i.e. module testing skills/competency that has no credit level or value but is a professional body requirement) or optional (O) for each type of programme. For postgraduate programmes use the "single honours" column Pre-requisite/Co-requisite = where appropriate please indicate whether the module is pre-requisite to another module or co-requisite by noting pre or co and the module code that it is pre/co-requisite to. Assessment = please indicate in broad terms the assessment for the module eg written examinations, coursework (Note: the availability of optional modules may vary slightly from year to year; the following are the modules available at the commencement of the programme) Code Title Credit

Level Credit Value

Status (I, Cr, Cp, CrCp, P, O) for each type of module

Pre-requisite/ Co-requisite (Please note the module code)

Assessment

Single Joint Major/ Minor

Single Joint Major/ Minor

Full-time Study First Year Students must take: 7AAH0001 OR

Advanced Skills for Historians (modern & world history) [M-01] OR

7 20 Cp Y Coursework.

7AAH0002 Advanced Skills for Historians (early modern history) [M-01]

7 20 Cp Y Coursework.

students must take 100 credits from the following modules:

Partner university 1: various 7 20 O Various



elective modules [M-02 to M-07] 7AABMB12 One God, One Sea. Byzantium

and Islam, 600-800 [M-07] 7 20 O 1x4,000 word essay

7AABMB13 Byzantium and the West, 800-1000 [M-07]

7 20 O 1x4,000 word essay

7AAH1008 Official and Unofficial Religion [M-03]

7 20 O Coursework

7AAH2005 Ritual in Early Modern Society [M-03]


7AAH2007 Paris and Amsterdam in the 17th Century [M-02]


7AAH2012 European Expansion: Ethnic Prejudices and Civil Rights, 1500-1850 [M-05]


7AAH2019 London Histories of Medicine and Science [M-03]


7AAH2021 MA History Internship 7 20 O 1x4,000 word essay 7AAH3003 The Provisional IRA [M-04] 7 20 O 1x4,000 word essay 7AAH3008 Revolutions and Constitutions in

Europe, c.1790-1870 [M-06] 7 20 O 1x4,000 word essay

7AAH3011 Empire, Nation and Modernity in Eastern Europe, 1848-1914 [M-06]


7AAH3012 Empire, Nation and Modernity in Eastern Europe, 1914-1948 [M-06]


7AAH4010 Britain and Decolonisation [M-06] 7 20 O 1x4,000 word essay 7AAH5003 The British Empire [M-05] 7 20 O 1x4,000 word essay 7AAH5004 French Empires, 16th -20th 7 20 O 1x4,000 word essay PAF modified by QAS for 2014/15: 25th February 2014


centuries [M-06] 7AAH5005 Political Economy of Empires,

1500-2000 [M-05] 7 20 O 1x4,000 word essay

7AAH5013 Inequality in World History 7 20 O 1x4,000 word essay NOTE: this list may be expanded, subject to module convenor’s approval

Second Year Students must take: 7AAH9001 MA Dissertation (European

History) [M-09] 7 60 Cr y Dissertation

students must take 60 credits from the following modules:

Partner university 1 or 2: various elective modules [M-02 to M-08]

7 20 O Various

In addition to the listed optional modules, students may take other relevant modules in the School of Arts & Humanities or Global Institutes, with the approval of the programme convenor

7 20 or 40

O Various

If a Masters programme, are level 6 credit levels permitted within the programme? No Maximum number of credits permitted with a condoned fail (core modules excluded) 30 credits in accordance with College regulations (this programme 20 credits) Are students permitted to take any additional credits, as per regulation A4; 5.8? Yes Are student permitted to take a substitute module, as per regulation A3 20.7: Student are not permitted to take a substitute module

Are there are any exceptions to the regulations regarding credits, progression or award requirements? (where relevant the information should



also differentiate the particular requirements of pathways within a programme or nested/exit awards) Standard progression requirements apply. Other relevant information to explain the programme structure Please note that new students enrolling on the information provided on this section of the PAF will have these regulations stipulated throughout their programme of study. The only exception to this will be if there are changes made by Professional, Regulatory or Statutory Bodies that are noted to this programme. This two-year, full-time MA programme is offered jointly with a consortium of universities, all part of the UNICA network and located in a number of European capital cities, from Vienna and Paris to Rome and Tallinn. The consortium is led by the Humboldt University Berlin. The programme enables students to study abroad at one or two of the partner universities in their second and/or third semester. In principle, English is the language of instruction and will be accepted at all partner universities for presentations, assignments and the Master’s thesis. The partner universities offer modules in English for at least 30 ECTS credits as a core programme per semester, complemented by courses or modules in other languages (e.g. language of the host university/ies). For partner institutions in one city it is possible to share the core programme and to provide a common English course offering. If KCL is the home university: Year 1, Semester 1: study at KCL

Compulsory: 7AAH0001 or 7AAH0002 Advanced Skills for Historians (early modern history, or modern and world history) (20 UK credits). Optional MA modules at level 7 (at least 40 UK credits). Semester 2: option to study at one of the partner universities or KCL

Optional MA modules at level 7 (at least 60 UK credits). Year 2, Semester 1: option to study at one of the partner universities or KCL. Optional MA modules at level 7 (at least 60 UK credits). Year 2, Semester 2: study at KCL. Compulsory: MA Dissertation (European History) (60 UK credits). Optional MA modules at level 7. Students must take a total number of at least 240 UK credits. This must include: • 7AAH0001 or 7AAH0002 Advanced Skills for Historians (modern and world history, or early modern history) (M-01) (20 UK credits). • Individual Academic Profiling/Studium Generale (M-08) (at least 60 UK credits) • History modules offered under themes M-02 to M-07 (at least 5 different themes; at least 100 UK credits)

MA Dissertation (European History) (60 UK credits) Students must take at least 60 UK credits of modules per semester. At least one semester out of the 4 has to be spent at a partner university abroad,



with a minimum of 60 UK credits obtained. A minimum of 100 UK credits must be earned in English-language modules. The MA dissertation must be written in English and will be examined by staff of KCL and at least one examiner from one of the consortium’s partner universities (who may also act as co-supervisor). Students must achieve a pass grade in all modules. Students must take optional courses from at least 5 of the themes: • M-02 Social and Economic History of Europe, Urbanisation and Industrialisation • M-03 Cultural History, History of Religions, History of Science • M-04 History of Dictatorships, Violence and Conflicts • M-05: Colonialism and Post-Colonialism • M-06: Imperial Histories and Nation-Building • M-07 Migration, International and Transcultural Relationships Students will be informed in advance of module choice on the range of modules offered, and the themes they fall under.



20. Marking criteria The assessment criteria follow the College’s general criteria for the assessment of MA programmes. 21. Will this Programme report to an existing Board, and if so which one? If a new Programme Board of Examiners is to be set up please note name of Board here The programme is to be located within the Department of History and will report to their PGT programme Board of Examiners. 22. Please confirm that the process for nominating External Examiners has commenced, and if known, note whom the nominated External Examiner(s) may be The History Department is currently in the process of recruiting an additional External Examiner. 23. Particular features of the programme which help to reduce the barriers experienced by disabled students and ensure that the programme is accessible to all students who meet the entry requirements Publicity and programme handbook These clearly communicate the key skills that will be required during the programme, the content of each module, the intended teaching methods to be used and the module’s status (core/compulsory/optional). Teaching methods A wide range of teaching methods are utilised (as demonstrated by box 17), including: handouts in alternative formats, electronic resources placed on the website, lecture notes in advance in electronic formats and transcriptions available for outside speakers and films. Assessment Advice has been taken from the Equality and Diversity Department to ensure assessment methods do not unfairly discriminate against students with disabilities. The College’s Special Examination Arrangements Committee (SEAC) considers requests for adjustments to assessment to take account of learning and/or physical disabilities. Module outlines specify the assessment methods that will be used and explain that SEAC will need to be notified about requests for alternative assessment methods. The form that the alternative assessment will take has been specified for each module in advance.

Feedback Feedback on the programme is regularly collected from students, including information from students with disabilities about their learning experience. The information collected is used



towards the on-going development and improvement of the programme. In particular, it has prompted closer working with ISS to ensure that subject resources are offered in a range of alternative formats wherever possible.



PROGRAMME APPROVAL FORM SECTION 2 – ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS

1. Entry profile Academic criteria GCSE

AS/A Level

Aptitude tests, plus English language requirements

In accordance with KCL ELC requirements. Note: See 2.3 of Consortium agreement ‘Prerequisites for applying to this Master Programme are proficiency in English (level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, CEFR) and a good knowledge of a second modern foreign language (level B2 of the CEFR)

Degree General entry advice First or 2:1 honours degree or overseas equivalent in history or a related subject such as politics. Students without a history degree may be required to show relevant research and analysis skills in order to be accepted.

Postgraduate degree Professional Qualifications

2. Non-academic criteria : Community activities N/A Compulsory/ Very

desirable/ Desirable Scholastic activities N/A Compulsory/ Very

desirable/ Desirable General activities/interests (including potential award bearing)

N/A Compulsory/ Very desirable/ Desirable

Paid or voluntary work N/A Compulsory/ Very desirable/ Desirable

Work shadowing/ observation


Specific employment requirement


3. Interviewing policy Are interviews offered? Interviews to be held as appropriate Are all applicants interviewed? Not necessarily, there will be a flexible

approach to interviewing applicants depending on individual’s circumstances

Are all those made an offer interviewed? As above What form does it take? A flexible approach will be taken: various

forms considered. What is considered at interview? The candidate’s aptitude and suitability for PAF modified by QAS for 2014/15: 25th February 2014


the programme will be considered.



PROGRAMME APPROVAL FORM SECTION 3 – SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION

Not all of the information in this section will be relevant for all programmes and for some programmes this section will not be relevant at all 1. Programme name Joint MA in European History 2. Is this programme involved in collaborative activity? Yes No If yes what type of Collaborative Provision is it (tick appropriate box)? Does the programme have an access/feeder Programme for entry into it? Does the programme have an articulation/ progression agreement for entry into it? Dual Award Franchised Provision Joint Award Partnership Programme Recognition of Study or Award of Credit through off-campus study or placement Staff and student exchange Validated provision Have the relevant stages and appropriate paperwork been approved and the paperwork forwarded onto ASQ Office? Yes No Not applicable

X

x

X

X



3. If the programme is a joint award with an institution outwith the University of London, validated provision or franchised provision, has the necessary approval been sought from College Education Committee? Yes No Not applicable Please attach a copy of Part 1 of the Partner Profile and checklist submitted to the College Education Committee See attached: 4. Partnership programme - in cases where parts or all of the programme are delivered away from one of the College campuses by a body or bodies external to the College please provide the following details Name and address of the off-campus location and external body Consortium Members: Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin [Coordinator] Institut für Geschichtswissenschaften Unter den Linden 6 10099 Berlin GERMANY Freie Universität Geschichtswissenschaft Friedrich-Meinicke-Institut Koserstr. 20 14195 Berlin GERMANY Universität Wien Institut für Geschichte Dr. Karl Lueger-Ring 1 1010 Wien AUSTRIA University College Dublin School of History and Archives Belfied, Dublin 4 IRELAND Università degli studi di Roma "Tor Vergata" Dipartimento di Storia Via Columbia 1 00133 Roma ITALIA

X



Dipartimento di Studi Storici Geografici Antropologici Università degli Studi Roma Tre Via Ostiense, 234-236 00144 Roma ITALIA Associated Member (i.e. a member of the consortium which will participate in the MA programme, but will not award a Joint Degree): Université Paris Diderot-Paris 7 UFR Géographie Histoire Sciences de la Société 5, rue Thomas Mann 75205 Paris Cedex 13 FRANCE Tallinn University Institute of History Rüütli 6 10130 Tallinn ESTONIA For internship module:

Museum of London (tbc) Science Museum (tbc) Victoria and Albert Museum (tbc) The National Maritime Museum (tbc) The Royal Society (tbc) British Library (tbc) The National Archives (tbc) Policy Connect (tbc) Department for Education (tbc) Office of Tristram Hunt MP (tbc) Percentage/amount of the programme delivered off-campus or by external body Overseas: One or two semesters out of four: 25% - 50% For internship: 0-12% Nature of the involvement of external body The participating universities of the consortium, excluding the associated members, agree to jointly award a degree to all students who successfully complete this programme. The Standard Curriculum and the Module Descriptions regulate and define the learning outcomes, structure and content of the MEH. In the framework of the co-operation Parties



(1) offer modules of courses defined in the Standard Curriculum (2) accept students from other Parties (3) send out their own students and recognise their periods of study at other Parties within the framework of MEH (4) award their degree to all successful students that studied at at least two Parties (5) undertake to make steps to register/ accredit the degree to be obtained by the students of any of the Parties with its national authority. For internship: The organisations involved will collaborate with KCL regarding the overall research project on which students will be working. Once the research programme has been agreed, students will work with curators and museum archivists on specific topics with the aim of contributing to a publically accessible history resource ( e.g. exhibit, website, podcast, TV programme Description of the learning resources available at the off-campus location All participating universities are fully accredited HE institutions with well-established learning resources such as libraries, IT access and teaching space. For internship: The students will be working with archivists, policy makers and curators on specific projects that have been agreed with the academic member of staff at KCL. Each of them will be given a briefing on the nature of the institution. Should the project involve working with original archive material, they will also discuss any specific archival training they require. What mechanisms will be put in place to ensure the ongoing monitoring of the delivery of the programme, to include monitoring of learning resources off-site or by the external body? Each Party is subject to, and will follow, its own institutional quality assurance procedures to ensure that the Programme maintains its high academic quality. In addition to the local arrangements, the Programme will also have its own specific quality assurance mechanisms in place. These include: formal and informal feedback from students, feedback from teaching staff to the Local Programme Coordinators/ Steering Committee, comments from external examiners (where applicable) and examination results. The Parties will continuously review the implementation of the Agreement to ascertain if adaptations, amendments or improvements are necessary for the successful execution of the Agreement.

For internship: Internship: The academic coordinator for the relevant programme (normally the MA convener) will agree a programme of work at the start of the internship. Half way through the placement there will be formal meeting with the students and the host organisation. At the end of the placement, there will be a written evaluation of the placement from both the student and the organisation. The academic coordinator will maintain contact with the students and the organisation throughout the duration of the programme.



Please attach the report of the visit to the off-campus location [see risk assessment form] 5. Recognition of study or award of credit through off-campus study or placement - please indicate how the time will be spent, the length of time out, the amount of credit and whether it is a compulsory or optional part of the programme Year abroad Year in employment Placement Other (please specify) Time spent 1 or 2 semesters Credit amount 60-120 UK credits (30-60 ECTS) Compulsory Internship: 1 x 20 credit module option and see above. 6. Please provide a rationale for any such time outside the College, other than that which is a requirement of a professional, statutory or regulatory body See above 5. Please give details if the programme requires validation or accreditation by a professional, statutory or regulatory body Name and address of PSB N/A Frequency of validation/ accreditation Date of next validation/ accreditation

X X



PROGRAMME APPROVAL FORM SECTION 4 – ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION

1. Programme name Joint MA in European History 2. Programme code (for SDA use

only) 3. JACS code V220

4. Estimated intake 5. Campus Low fee 5

High fee Strand and various locations at partner institutions

6. Duration When will the programme start (give month and year)

September 2012

Does the programme run: Sept – Jun, Sept – Sept, Jan – Dec, other (please specify)

September – September

Are there any other entry points to the programme and if so when

No

Are any years of the programme longer than standard, if so please give details

n/a

Does the programme follow standard term dates? If no what are the term dates?

Yes No

7. Finance Major source of funding

Tuition fees

Price group for which the programme is approved

See below

Should the fees be billed at the programme or unit level?

Programme level

Level of fees if different from the standard level in the College’s fee schedule

Exceptional fee £8,500 for Home students (same as MA Nineteenth Century studies)

8. Contributing departments/divisions/Schools (if the programme is not taught 100% by the “home” Department) Contributing Department/ Division/School

Nature of involvement % contribution to teaching

x



Centre for Hellenic Studies Teaching and assessment Varies, can be none or up to 2 x 20 credit optional modules



PROGRAMME APPROVAL FORM SECTION 5 – THE APPROVAL PROCESS

1. Programme name Joint MA in European History 2. Initial approval/consultation at the planning stage Initial approval by the Head of School*:……………………………. Date: ……………… Approval: Professor Keith Hoggart – Vice Principal for Arts & Sciences (To include approval of business plan and marketing plan) Will the new programme require new ISS stock Yes No or facilities/systems? Will the new programme require any new resources Yes No (eg teaching space, staff, offices, additional support from central services?) If Yes to either of the above, please attach details plus signed approval from ISS and/or School Management Accountant, Academic Facilities Manager or other relevant College officer Which other Departments/Schools have been consulted during the design of the new programme? 3. Approval by the School Education Committee (or its equivalent) Date programme approved:…………………. Signature of the Chair of the School Education Committee*: see email………………………… Date: ………………. Signature of the CEC member of the School Teaching Committee*: … see email ……………. Date:.………………. Name of the external peer: …… see email …………………………………………… Signature*: …………………………………… Date:.………………. 4. Approval for joint honours programmes/jointly taught programmes Date programme approved by the other School(s): ………………… Signature of the Chair of the other

x

x



School Education Committee(s)*: ………………………….. Date:…………………… *Electronic Signatures are acceptable – copy of email confirmation from External Peer/Specialist is also acceptable.



PROGRAMME APPROVAL FORM SECTION 6 – EXTERNAL SPECIALIST ADVICE

1. Report of the external specialist Please include comments on the following: The nature of the interaction with the Department/School ie attendance at programme planning meetings, electronic communication, scrutiny of documentation I have been provided with relevant documentation, including drafts of the Programme Approval Form with descriptions of modules, the Business and Marketing Plan, and documentation of the UNICA Joint MA agreement. In addition, I have exchanged electronic communication and held a personal planning meeting with the local programme coordinator, Dr Anna Maerker. The extent to which the programme meets a defined market need International experience is of increasing importance in the job market. Completion of the joint MA will give students a distinct advantage in this area. This international component constitutes a Unique Selling Point for the programme. Moreover, the programme is excellent preparation for postgraduate students who wish to pursue a non-anglophone or comparative topic of historical research—particularly in this regard, it has outstanding strengths. It supports the development of language skills – valuable both in further postgraduate work or an academic career, and for careers in the private sector or civil service. The programme couples the acquisition of skills specific to history with skills derived from related disciplines, if desired. It fosters exchange with, and experience within, other European universities, valuable for the same reasons. Subject content The programme offers a wide range of modules in European history at renowned universities. It facilitates flexibility in the teaching of individual modules, which allows local strengths to be optimally used. It will allow students to participate in research and teaching in different specialisations, depending on the strengths of the individual partner universities, and will acquaint them with a wide range of different methodologies within the field. It will also allow students to pursue their interests and develop their individual skills base by spending a period of time working at other universities, where they will encounter different approaches and specialists in particular areas. Compared with other MA programmes, this one offers exceptional choice, allowing students to take classes in language and in other related fields alongside their historical work. The study of European history from a comparative perspective and in global context reflects new developments in the field.



One issue that might be taken into consideration by the organisers is the need to clarify the content and coverage of individual modules between the partner universities. There are clearly significant connections between ‘colonialism’, ‘imperialism’ and ‘migration’ as historical themes; to maximise the benefit to the students, the learning outcome of each module needs to be distinctive. The interconnections should then prove to be a major strength of the programme. I also suggest that consideration be given to the ways in which modules on aspects of global history be made clearly relevant to European history as well, a move liable to broaden the interest of the MA among prospective applicants around Europe. Engagement with the various points of reference of the national quality assurance framework such as the Framework for Higher Education Qualifications and subject benchmark statements, if applicable Engagement with applicable national and European QA frameworks is documented satisfactorily in the Programme Approval Form Engagement with the requirements of a professional, regulatory or statutory body, if applicable N/A Any other comments This is a distinctive programme and there are few if any comparable undertakings within the UK. It represents a broader, Europe-based vision of graduate education which is highly commendable, especially given the current state of the academic employment market. I would expect this course to be highly attractive to students, and I strongly recommend support. Name: Dr Emma Spary…..………. Signature*: Emma Spary Position: Lecturer…………….. Institution: University of Cambridge Address: Corpus Christi College, Date:13 February 2012…..… Cambridge CB2 1RH…………………………………………………………….. *Electronic Signature is acceptable – copy of email confirmation from External Specialist is also acceptable. 2. Response of the department To clarify the distinctive nature of each module, partner universities have agreed on broad learning outcomes under six different, but related themes (see also Annex B for description of Learning Outcomes): 1. Social and Economic History of Europe, Urbanisation and Industrialisation PAF modified by QAS for 2014/15: 25th February 2014


2. Cultural History, History of Religions, History of Science 3. History of Dictatorships, Violence and Conflicts 4. Colonialism and Post-Colonialism 5. Imperial Histories and Nation-Building 6. Migration, International and Transcultural Relationships In order to communicate these distinct thematic profiles to students, partner universities are currently in the process of exchanging module descriptors and learning outcomes; these will be made available to prospective students. Students on the MA programme will be given further guidance by course and module convenors at the start of Semester 1. Many of the modules offered by KCL on aspects of global history are presented in an explicitly comparative perspective. This relevance will be highlighted to prospective students in information materials, and again to new students as they enter the programme, and as they plan their semester(s) abroad.



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