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131-084 Historical Theory and Research | |
Note | Formerly available as 131-302. Students who have completed 131-302 are not eligible to enrol in this subject. This subject is the usual prerequisite for entry into Fourth Year Honours. Lateral entry Honours students should contact the Honours coordinator for details. |
Credit Points | 12.5 |
HECS Band | 1 |
Coordinator | Prof P McPhee |
Prerequisites | Completion of a Major in History. |
Semester | 2 (view timetable) |
Contact | A 1.5 lecture and a 1-hour tutorial per week |
Subject Description | This subject explores a range of social theories and methodologies which have influenced the writing of history since the Enlightenment, including empiricism, Marxism, cultural history, postcolonialism, feminism and poststructuralism. The subject also examines the task of writing history: the archival and bibliographical practices upon which history writing is based, and the creative act of transforming historical sources into interpretative narratives to communicate to others. Students should encounter knowledges, skills and practices which provide a valuable basis for independent critical inquiry, and research-based writing. |
Assessment | A research essay of 4000 words for 3rd year, 5000 words for 4th year. |
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