Entry requirementsEntry Requirements A very good first degree - at least 2:1 honours level, GPA 3.4 or equivalent - in a relevant discipline is normally required.
Academic titleMSc Enlightenment Studies
Course descriptionProgramme
Edinburgh is a city, which was shaped by the Enlightenment physically, culturally, and intellectually. The aim of this taught programme is to introduce students to the study of the culture and ideas of the European and North American Enlightenments in the 18th century. It will take advantage of the complementary expertise of members of staff in different Schools of the College of Humanities and Social Science in order to offer an interdisciplinary curriculum in Enlightenment Studies. The programme is designed for a variety of applicants with, for example, backgrounds in history, history of science, history of art, philosophy or literature. Participants will be provided with the necessary research skills and training in methodology and use of resources to progress to further postgraduate research at doctoral level.
Learning Outcomes
Those completing the course will acquire:
* an understanding of the diversity of methodological and theoretical approaches in the study of the Enlightenment;
* the ability to analyse primary and secondary sources for acquiring a detailed knowledge and command of research topics;
* an appreciation of the interaction and links among the different subject areas of Enlightenment Studies;
* the ability to develop sound and coherent arguments based on the thorough analysis and evaluation of primary and secondary sources;
* an appreciation of the variety of interpretations of the culture and ideas of the Enlightenment;
* an understanding of the importance of the study of the Enlightenment in the modern world;
* the ability to cross disciplinary boundaries within the field of Enlightenment Studies.
How You Will Be Taught
The programme combines practical work, skills training, seminar discussion and debate surrounding assigned reading, formal seminar presentations, directed and independent reading, formal written assignments and a substantial dissertation under expert supervision
