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History Double Degree Major (BA/BCom)

Non-Award

Historians delve into the past to explore how cultural, political, social and economic forces have shaped cultures and civilisations. This major provides an advanced understanding of history's impact on beliefs and behaviours, covering topics like gender, imperialism, and heritage, with studies spanning Australia, Europe, and Asia.

Key details

Degree Type

Non-Award

Duration

2 - 2 semesters full-time

Course Code

MDDU-HISTR

About this course

Overview

Historians delve into the past to explore how cultural, political, social and economic forces have shaped cultures and civilisations.

Through exploring the past, history helps us to understand present-day societies and everyday life.

In this major you will gain an advanced understanding of how history shapes our beliefs and behaviours.

You'll study topics such as place and belonging, gender and sexuality, indigenous history, marginalisation, imperialism and empire, dictatorship, heritage, conflict, culture and war. The program includes studies of Australia, Western Europe, Russia, the Middle East and Asia.

These knowledge areas are increasingly important to a range of global careers, as are the advanced critical thinking, analytical and discussion skills that you'll develop.

History is offered as part of the Bachelor of Arts. You can enhance your studies with a secondary major or choose from a range of elective units to support your career goals.

You can also study this major as part of a Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Commerce double degree.

What you will learn

demonstrate an understanding of the theoretical underpinnings of the discipline of history, and an ability to apply an historical perspective
demonstrate the ability to think critically, creatively and reflectively within the history discipline and across disciplinary boundaries
demonstrate the ability to locate and analyse information from a range of sources
demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally to diverse audiences in ways appropriate in history
demonstrate the ability to use a variety of technologies and to select the appropriate ones to use to solve problems or communicate information
show sustained intellectual curiosity by taking responsibility for one's own learning and intellectual development through the recognition of a range of learning strategies including small group, student-centred activities
demonstrate the capacity to understand how society has changed historically
appreciate the importance of historical knowledge in contributing to an understanding of cultural diversity and human rights
demonstrate the ability to conduct ethical research using the most relevant theories and approaches in the field of history

Career pathways

What jobs can the History course lead to?

Careers

Policy Advisor
Research Officer
Heritage Consultant
Heritage Tourism Officer
Professional Historian
Academic
Teacher

Industries

Local, State and Federal Government
Political parties
Advocacy and charities
Non-Government sector
Tourism
Education
Consulting

Credit for prior study or work

Finish your course sooner with credit for your previous study or work experience.

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