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Department of European Studies & Modern Languages, Unit Catalogue 2009/10


EU10455: Spanish politics & society 1A: introduction to Spanish politics & society 1

Click here for further information Credits: 3
Click here for further information Level: Certificate
Click here for further information Period: Semester 1
Click here for further information Assessment: EX 100%
Click here for further informationSupplementary Assessment: Like-for-like reassessment (where allowed by programme regulations)
Click here for further information Requisites:
Description: Aims:
To introduce students to the study of Spanish politics and society from the beginning of the twentieth century to the 1970s.

Learning Outcomes:
On completion of the unit students shall have a better appreciation of the forces which have shaped Spanish politics and society during the 20th century.

Skills:
Skills in critical analysis, conceptual thinking, precision in the use of written and spoken language, exercise of independent judgement, reasoned argument, effective communication in the target language and the planning/conduct/reporting of non-quantitative research are taught and assessed in this unit. Skills in effective learning are developed in this unit.

Content:
A chronological survey of Spain from 1898 to 1975 which examines issues including: the advent and decline of the Second Republic; the causes and course of the Spanish Civil War; and the dictatorship of General Franco. Seminars provide a forum for discussion and consolidation of lectures as well as providing study skills session for note taking and essay writing. The unit is taught in Spanish.
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