Family Histories
This module will introduce the main issues associated with genealogical research. It will embed basic research techniques for conducting online and practical archive enquiry within the broader historical context of the west of Scotland in particular and the British Isles generally.
You will learn how to identify the key historical resources involved in genealogical research, notably the census, birth, death and marriage registers, and how to extract and collate this information in the form of a ’family tree.’ This module will also give you an understanding of the economic, social and political circumstances that shaped the life experiences of previous generations dating back to the early-Victorian era.
The classes will consist of a combination of lectures and practical tutorials working with family tree-building software such as that offered by MyHeritage, and online resources, in particular the official records made available through www.scotlandspeople.gov.uk
Delivery
Hamilton
Trimester: 2
Weekday: Monday
Time: 6-8.30pm
Mode of Study: Evening
Paisley
Trimester: 2
Weekday: Thursday
Time: 6-9pm
Mode of Study: Evening
Entry Requirements
Experience of using the Internet and Microsoft Word
Assessments
Coursework
Campus
- Hamilton
- Paisley
Credits and Level
- 7
Fee
- £50
Links
- University Wide Department
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