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Locating Australia (AUST102)
Semester 2 / 2011

Description

Where is Australia? Is it in Asia? Or is it an extension of Europe as part of the former British Empire? Is it a satellite of the USA? Or is it a part of the Pacific? What about the Tasman World? Or the Southern Ocean and Antarctica? This subject locates Australia and Australian history in a regional and global context. It asks: how does thinking 'transnationally' contribute to our understanding of a nation's development? AUST102 takes students beyond national borders to critically explore the ways in which a vast network of economic, political and cultural relationships have helped create Australia.

Generic Extra Information:

Student will acquire the following Graduate Qualities: 1. Demonstrating a sound knowledge of developments in transnational history and the place of Australia within these debates (Informed). 2. Finding and evaluating information from a variety of sources (Independent Learners; Informed). 3. Demonstrating a capacity to effectively communicate results of research (Effective Communicators; Independent Learners). 4. Developing self-confidence in oral skills and demonstrate respect for cultural and intellectual diversity (Effective Communicators; Responsible).

Subject Objectives:

On successful completion of this subject, students will be able to: 1. Display an understanding of transnational influences that have shaped Australian history and society 2. Demonstrate an ability to research and critically evaluate a range of sources 3. Effectively present research findings and point of view in written form 4. Clearly express views on the range of issues raised in this subject

Assessment

Review essay of 1,000 words (20%) Research Essay of 2,000 words (40%) Exam (30%) Participation (10%)

Other Details

Offered in: 2009
Current Campus: Wollongong, Shoalhaven, Moss Vale, Bega, Batemans Bay
Levels: Undergraduate
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