Learning Outcomes 1-4

This module is designed to introduce students to some of the fundamental concerns, challenges and debates surrounding the Holocaust. Theoretical reflections on the evolution of the policy of genocide, implementation of the Final Solution and the continuing impact of the Holocaust on survivors and society in general will also be discussed. The Jews were not the only victims of the Nazi regime and examination and consideration of 'other victims', as well as perpetrators and bystanders, will be made. Finally, the critical debate of representation will be studied which will offer students an opportunity to understand and reflect on the problems surrounding the ways in which modern society re-presents the Holocaust.

Taught through tutor Lectures which will provide theoretical outlines and guidance. One 3,000 word essay from list provided, plus seminars;presentations by students will be central to the learning and teaching strategy.

A seminar pesentation will be part of a formaive assessment strategy.

Simone Gigliotti and Berel Lang (Eds.) The Holocaust, A Reader. Blackwell, 2005.
Neil Levi & Michael Rothberg (Ed.) The Holocaust. Theoretical Readings, Edinburgh University Press, 2003
Barbara Engelking, Holocaust and Memory, Leicester University Press, 2001.
Henry Friedlander, The Origins of Nazi Genocide, University of North Carolina Press, 1995.

OHP, Video, Library, Journals.
The Blackboard virtual learning environment will be available (where relevant) to support this module. Details will be supplied in the module handbook.