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History and Politics address some of the most important and contentious issues facing humanity. In this major, students will examine the ideas, structures and processes that drive society at both the national and international level. One of the primary focuses of this course is the historical and political processes and patterns that have structured the relationship between individuals and communities. Emphasis is placed on assisting students to understand the nature of contemporary political challenges and the role of leadership, the media, corporate interests, public opinion and grassroots political movements in framing and addressing these challenges. In addition there is a focus on the role understanding our history can play in informing solutions to these issues. While the focus is global, thematic and interdisciplinary, specialist units are offered in Australian, European and Chinese politics. The major offers students the opportunity to build links between pressing contemporary issues that are impacting on global politics and international relations whilst contextualising them through a historical lens that situates the discipline as a rigorous and evidence-based approach among the multiple narratives to help frame our understanding of politics and history.
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Research/Policy Officer, Journalist, State/Federal Member of Parliament Employee, Diplomatic Servant, Historian, Researcher, Politician, Public Servant, Policy Analyst, Political Staffer, Consultant, Mining Company Analyst, Historical Film Advisor, Heritage Consultant, Teacher
This major is useful for a wide range of careers including the public service, journalism, policy/research positions with political parties, and with national and international non-government agencies.
Students must complete eight (8) units totalling 120 credit points:
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| HIS1107 | Australian History: Colonisation, Nationalism and Identity | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| POL1106 | Ideas that have Shaped the Modern World | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| POL2105 | Australian Government: The Challenges of a Modern Democracy | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| HIS2105 | War and Peace | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| HIS3107 | Currents of Modernity: Challenges and Transitions in Europe and America | 15 |
| HIS3108 | Leadership and Strategy: Studies in the Exercise of Power | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| POL3111 | Political Violence: From the French Revolution to Modern Terrorism | 15 |
| HIS3180 | Modern China: The Rise of a Superpower | 15 |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
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