Archives and Manuscripts : Content and Use

Cod y Modiwl
DSM3730
Teitl y Modiwl
Archives and Manuscripts : Content and Use
Blwyddyn Academaidd
2026/2027
Semester
Dysgu o Bell
Cyd-gysylltydd y Modiwl
Dr Julie Mathias
Rhestr Ddarllen
Gweld ar Aspire
Staff Eraill sy'n Cyfrannu
Jennie Hill
Ms Tanya Rogers
Dr Yi Li
Dr Julie Mathias
Dr Sue Lithgow
Dr Anoush Simon

Dulliau Asesu

Math o Asesiad

Manylion Asesiad

Cyfran
Asesiad Semester Analysis - A contextual study and documentary: analysis of a chosen record source (equivalent to 3,000 words) 33%
Asesiad Semester Project - A critical bibliography study: relating to a given area (equivalent to 3,000 words) 33%
Asesiad Semester Presentation - An investigation of the primary: sources associated with a specific topic (3,000 words) 34%
Asesiad Ailsefyll Analysis - A contextual study and documentary: analysis of a chosen record source (equivalent to 3,000 words) 33%
Asesiad Ailsefyll Project - A critical bibliography study: relating to a given area (equivalent to 3,000 words) 33%
Asesiad Ailsefyll Presentation - An investigation of the primary: sources associated with a specific topic (3,000 words) 34%

Canlyniadau Dysgu

Wedi cwblhau'r modiwl dylai'r myfyrwyr fedru:

  1. On completion of this modules, student should be able to: *explain the relationship between creators of records and the records created
  2. * identify and evaluate the factors affecting the survival of records
  3. *evaluate critically the informational value of a range of archival sources etc.
  4. * identify and locate sources which may be used to supply information on specific subjects
  5. *demonstrate competence in the use of appropriate secondary sources and reference material
  6. *discuss the uses and presentation of archival material in outreach and access initiatives

Disgrifiad cryno

The module focuses on the range of archives and manuscripts generated by the principal administrative bodies over the centuries, on the uses made of such records in the process of developing national and local history and the role of collectors and custodians in the survival of such material.

Cynnwys

The module begins with a survey of the principal administrative structures of government at many levels in Britain and of the Church, identifying principal categories and series of records in terms of context, interpretation and use.

Attention is then turned to the uses of archives and manuscripts over time, considering historical concepts, antiquarianism, publication of texts, manuscript studies and the development of country and local history, in order to develop skill in the use of a wide variety of primary sources and historical writings from early centuries, and in making connections between archives and printed sources and using specialised reference material.

The third section is devoted to consideration of specialised topics with which particular categories of records are associated and which comprise areas of fundamental knowledge for professional archivists

Sgiliau Modiwl

Math o Sgiliau

Manylion Sgiliau
Cyfathrebu A wide range of reading of both manuscript and printed material is required, also clear written expression and appropriate academic writing skills. The research element will require oral interaction with practising professionals and oral skills are developed at Study School
Datblygu personol a chynllunio gyrfa This module is part of a vocational course that leads to a qualification for a particular professional field. Participation represents significant personal development and personal investment. Career planning is assisted by tutors but the direction is already clearly established.
Datrys Problemau The syllabus and the coursework require frequent identification of relevant factors, testing theories and suggesting solutions
Gwaith Tim Students pursuing this module will already be in full-time employment, working in teams. Computer conferencing facilities and study schools will also facilitate interaction and cooperation.
Gwella dysgu a pherfformiad ei hun Students taking this module are pursuing student-centred learning. They are well motivated and able to manage the learning process. Tutorials and feedback will facilitate continuous development.
Rhifedd Extensive use of location devices for archival sources in this module requires dexterity in use of number, but students will also master the use of Roman numbers in early accounting practice, the complexity of non-decimal accounts (#.s. d.) and archaic measuring and dating systems.
Sgiliau pwnc penodol High level skill in the location and use of primary sources in manuscript or print and of associated referene material
Sgiliau ymchwil Students will complete individual investigations of original source material and research the context and content. Developing skill in the use of reference sources is essential to the process
Technoleg Gwybodaeth This module requires sophisicated use of websites, but those who follow this Masters course have excellent ICT skills. Specific skill will be further developed in other modules that require use of archival cataloguing software and evaluation of technical standards for electronic data exchange.

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