2024 HIST 301H1 : Topics in African History 

HISTORY 301 module equips students of History with unique elements that are pertinent to the History discipline. The emphasis at this level includes various key areas such essay writing skills, retrieving evidence from primary and secondary sources plus crafting  a well rounded argument that shows balance and coherence among other things. Students are meticulously trained to understand referencing styles in the presentation of Historical narrative while made aware of the dangers of submitting plagiarized essays. For that reason, all submissions are subjected, without fail, to Turnitin. The content is covering socio-political and historical developments in Africa from pre-colonial times to the modern times, paying attention to Gender and Women issues. Research skills also form critical part of this module. While students are advised to follow good academic trends as determined by the discipline, notions of creativity and innovation are well rewarded. Students are strongly advised to stick to the provided readings at all times when attempting questions. Lastly, it is the duty of everyone  involved to be guided and to follow the dictates of the provided  Course Outline.