All courses offered by the History Department aim to encourage students to acquire both knowledge and skills. In this course first-year students are introduced to basic knowledge about the history of the Western world during the nineteenth century. The aim of the course is not so much to give a comprehensive coverage of that history as to introduce students to some of its major themes, which are explored in more detail in second and third year courses offered by Dr Share, Dr Roberts and Mr Deli. Although questions are always welcome, the essential responsibility of students is simply to attend and take careful notes. These sessions are optional, introduced this year in response to suggestions from last year's students.
Attendance is required .
Small group sessions at the end of the semester, in each of which a lecturer returns the essays on one particular essay topic and leads a discussion on that topic. Group outing to historic sites in Macau, led by staff members, during Reading week. A report on this field trip is required . Individual consultations with any staff member may be scheduled by arrangement at any time during the term. Mastery of these will contribute to improving both knowledge of Western history and transferable skills.