Courses & Units

Australian History in a Global Context HTA206

Introduction

In this unit we explore the multitude of forces that have shaped the continent’s history from ancient times through to the present. We consider the extent to which Australia, and particularly Tasmania, has been moulded by factors such as violence, the rise of democratic government, the economics of empire, and cultural influences from the east and west as well as our Indigenous heritage. By learning how to unravel these threads through using traditional and digital tools and historical analysis, this unit will equip you to understand the shared and unique elements that have shaped Australia within the global context

Summary

Unit name Australian History in a Global Context
Unit code HTA206
Credit points 12.5
College/School College of Arts, Law and Education
School of Humanities
Discipline History and Classics
Coordinator Associate Professor Kristyn Harman
Teaching staff Doctor Kate Bagnall
Available as an elective? Yes
Delivered By University of Tasmania
Level Intermediate

Availability

Location Study period Attendance options Available to
Hobart Semester 1 On-Campus Off-Campus International International Domestic Domestic

Key

On-campus
Off-Campus
International students
Domestic students

Key Dates

Study Period Start date Census date WW date End date
Semester 1 21/2/2022 22/3/2022 11/4/2022 29/5/2022

* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).

Unit census dates currently displaying for 2022 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2022 will be available from the 1st October 2021. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

  • Engage with key factors that have shaped Australia within a global context
  • Analyse Australian historical events to identify key elements that have shaped our place in the world
  • Construct and communicate evidence-based arguments to demonstrate an understanding of historical events and debates

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 $1,828.00 $858.00 not applicable $1,828.00

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Requisites

Prerequisites

25 points at introductory level in any discipline in any faculty

Teaching

Teaching Pattern

On campus

Weekly introductory lecture (recorded, approx. 30 minutes)

Weekly 2-hour mixed format learning (consisting of short video lectures and activities, and a 1.5 hour on-campus tutorial)

Off campus

Weekly introductory lecture (recorded, approx. 30 minutes)

Weekly 2-hour mixed format online learning (consisting of short video lectures, discussions, and activities)

AssessmentOnline quizzes (25%)|Flash history (35%)|Essay (40%)
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Textbooks

Required

Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.

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