History of English-Speaking Countries: History of the UK Field of study: English Studies: Interactive Entertainment Design and Game Studies (SPRINT-WRITE)
Programme code: W1-S1FD25.2025

Module name: History of English-Speaking Countries: History of the UK
Module code: W1-FCDELS1 -H-WB-1
Programme code: W1-S1FD25.2025
Semester: winter semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: English
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 2
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The aim of the course is to examine the major processes of state formation in Great Britain, with particular emphasis on the history of the monarchy and the development of constitutional monarchy, viewed through the lens of historical conflicts between rulers and Parliament. The course addresses key themes in British history, including the shaping of British identity, Britain’s global engagements, and the emergence of a distinct British cultural, social, and political character. The lectures are designed to enhance students’ critical sensitivity to diverse historical narratives and their influence on other interdisciplinary areas within the humanities.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
demonstrates an attitude of tolerance and respect for cultural diversity, showing awareness of the historical processes that have shaped Britain's multicultural society; appreciates the contributions of different ethnic, cultural, and religious groups to British history and is able to critically reflect on issues related to social inclusion, discrimination, and cultural identity [K01]
 FD_K03 [1/5] FD_K04 [2/5]
perceives and interprets the historical determinants of processes occurring in contemporary British culture [U01]
 FD_U05 [2/5]
uses proper historical and political terminology in English effectively [U02]
 FD_U08 [2/5]
recognizes and understands the key events, processes, and transformations in the history of the United Kingdom; analyzes and interprets the connections between British history and selected aspects of European and world history, demonstrating the ability to identify their interrelations and the influence of British history on broader historical contexts [W01]
 FD_W05 [3/5] FD_W10 [1/5]
identifies the processes of the formation of British statehood in the context of relations between England, Wales, Scotland, and Ireland [W02]
 FD_W04 [2/5] FD_W05 [3/5]
identifies the historical processes shaping the main state institutions (monarchy, parliament, British democracy) in the United Kingdom over time [W03]
 FD_W05 [3/5] FD_W10 [1/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [W] 30 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01] 
Problem-based lecture [b01] 
Screen presentation [c07]  		exam K01 U01 U02 W01 W02 W03
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Studying the literature used in and the materials produced in class [c02] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
exploring the studied content, inquiring, considering, assimilating, interpreting it, or organizing knowledge obtained from the literature, documentation, instructions, scenarios, etc., used in class as well as from the notes or other materials/artifacts made in class
Analysis of the corrective feedback provided by the academic teacher on the results of the verification of learning outcomes [d01] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reading through the academic teacher’s comments, assessments and opinions on the implementation of the task aimed at checking the level of the achieved learning outcomes
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