Introduction

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Course Description

This course examines the history of Ireland from 1798 to the present. It addresses major developments in the social, cultural, political and economic history of Ireland from the United Irish Rising at the end of the eighteenth century to the emergence of today's so-called "Celtic Tiger", including the creation of Northern Ireland and ongoing attempts to secure a lasting peace in Northern Ireland. Attention will also be paid to the vast emigration of Irish peoples across the globe, and the influence of the Irish abroad in shaping the contours of the last 200 years of Irish history.

Course Aims

1. To examine major social, cultural, political and economic developments in Irish life from the late eighteenth century to the present;
2. To explore the way historians have shaped understandings of the Irish past, and to examine debates between them;
3. To extend students' research and analytical skills;
4. To develop students' ability to discuss their ideas in a range of both written and oral forms;
5. To improve students' ability to write an academically accredited piece of work.

Attendance

Two one-hour lectures (per week):

Thursday 10.00-11.00 am

Friday 10.00-11.00 am

One hour tutorial (per week)

Times to be arranged at the first lecture

Attendance at lectures is strongly encouraged. Students are also expected to participate actively in the tutorial programme, and attendance at a minimum of 8 tutorials is needed in order to meet the requirements of the course. If particular problems arise (eg: prolonged illness) you should contact the lecturer.