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Handbook 1997 : Faculty of Arts : History

131-201/301 Varieties of History: History and Media

Note:

This subject is strongly recommended for all students undertaking a major in History.

Credit Points:

16.7 2nd and 3rd year

Coordinator:

Mr C Zika

Timetable:

Semester 1

Contact:

One 2-hour lecture and a 1-hour tutorial

Subject Description:

This subject will examine the ways in which media communicate and shape views of the past and particular understandings of history. It will examine examples from past and contemporary societies, and will involve reflection on the value of academic history in university study. Media to be considered will include newspapers, radio, film and television, sermons, museums, public monuments, theatre and communal commemorations. On completion of this subject students should be able to: demonstrate familiarity with the ways in which different media influence perceptions of the historical past and its social value; analyse and understand how history is 'made' through one particular form of contemporary media; use bibliographical and general research skills to locate and gather information; critically reflect on the uses of their own historical understanding in contemporary society.

Assessment:

Essay and assignments totalling not more than 5000 words (90%), class participation (10%).
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