Courses & Units
Introduction to Family History HAA003
Introduction
Introduction to Family History is designed for people interested in their own family histories or genealogy in general. You will learn how to efficiently plan and accurately record your family history using family history research principles and practices. The unit will teach you how to critically evaluate a range of online family history resources for accuracy and reliability. You will also learn how to communicate your findings in clear writing that is accurately referenced. Online discussion forums will enable you to communicate with fellow students as you embark upon your research journey.
Summary
| Unit name | Introduction to Family History |
|---|---|
| Unit code | HAA003 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Arts, Law and Education School of Humanities |
| Discipline | History and Classics |
| Coordinator | Doctor Imogen Wegman |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online | Term 1 | Off-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Online | Term 3 | Off-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | 5/2/2024 | 19/2/2024 | 11/3/2024 | 14/4/2024 |
| Term 3 | 22/7/2024 | 5/8/2024 | 26/8/2024 | 29/9/2024 |
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Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of family history principles and planning
- Locate and use major family history repositories and records
- Critically evaluate sources for accuracy and reliability
- Present your genealogical work clearly and cogently, taking into account the contexts within which your ancestors lived
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 090305 | $2,040.00 | $957.00 | not applicable | $2,040.00 |
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2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Weekly online learning materials (e.g. short video lectures, discussions, readings, activities) (approx. 3 hours) |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Online quizzes (50%)|Research report (50%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
All learning materials for this unit, including required readings, are provided on our MyLO site. You do not need to purchase a text book. If you are looking for a general text about Australian family history research, we recommend: Danny O’Neill (ed.), Family History for Beginners and Beyond, 16th edn, Heraldry & Genealogical Society of Canberra Inc., 2020. |
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| Recommended | The Diploma of Family History provides a Reading List of optional and useful resources on a range of different topics relevant to your research. You will find this on the Reading Lists page on the University Library website or under Content > Research Materials in the Diploma of Family History Common Room on MyLO. | Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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