Early London: an introduction to the primary sources

Course

In London

£ 199 VAT inc.

Description

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    Course

  • Location

    London

  • Start date

    Different dates available

This course will introduce you to the variety of primary sources used in the study of Roman and medieval London. Primary sources enable the researcher to get as close as possible to what actually happened in the past. You will learn how these materials were created and how we study them. By the end of the course you will have gained an understanding of how we conduct historical research and model London’s past.

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Location

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London
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Keeley Street, Covent Garden, WC2B 4BA

Start date

Different dates availableEnrolment now open

About this course

a) Recognise primary sources and considered their potential for revealing the past
b) Have an understanding of the complexities of historical research
c) Have an enhanced appreciation of the materials from Roman, medieval, and early modern London.

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A broad range of teaching methods will be used throughout the course, acknowledging that students learn in different ways and have different experiences of learning. The format of the 11 two-hour class meetings will vary week by week but will include formal lectures, group-work and feedback, as well as hands-on activities, and fieldtrips. You should be prepared to contribute to discussion and good natured debate, and be able to participate in outdoor activities and fieldtrips.

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Course programme

Each week will focus on a different primary source, from maps, to written sources, archaeology and place-names, to discuss these materials and their problems. Classes are designed to be hand-on: you will be introduced to various primary sources, encouraged to explore them, and discuss their potentials and limitations for reconstructing London’s past. Two fieldtrips through Roman and medieval London at the end of the course will allow you to apply your skills of primary source analysis.

Additional information

Any general history, archaeology or London guided walks starting in September. Please refer to the City Lit website for details. General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Student Centre and Library on Monday to Friday from 12:00 – 19:00. See the course guide for term dates and further details

Early London: an introduction to the primary sources

£ 199 VAT inc.