Colonialism, Science and Medicine in Modern India module (HY40004)
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Credits
30
Module code
HY40004
Level 4
Semester 1
24 places
History - School of Humanities
Coursework 100%
Taught in a 3-hour block on Thursdays 1500-1800
Description
This module aims to:
Offer detailed analysis of the histories of science, technology, medicine and environment in colonial South Asia through an intensive study of historiography and primary sources,
Explore the varied historiographical debates on introduction of western science and technology, modern state apparatus such as census and surveys and the control of epidemics and public health in colonial South Asia,
Explore the debates and intellectual traditions on science, environment, medicine and the praxis of modern technologies in colonial and post-colonial environments,
Encourage independent formulation of research problematics.