(Un)Making the Third World: History and Global Development B - COMD2010

   
   
 
Course Outline: See below
 
 
Campus: Kensington Campus
 
 
Career: Undergraduate
 
 
Units of Credit: 6
 
 
EFTSL: 0.12500 (more info)
 
 
Indicative Contact Hours per Week: 3
 
 
Enrolment Requirements:
 
 
Prerequisite: 36 units of credit
 
 
Equivalent: GLST2101, HIST2060, SPAN2428
 
 
Fee Band: 1 (more info)
 
 
Further Information: See Class Timetable
 
 

Description


Explores the history of dictatorship and democracy in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries from the vantage point of the early twenty-first century. In geographical terms, the focus is on Latin America with a particular focus on Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Peru, Mexico, Cuba, Guatemala and Colombia. The historical trajectories, current circumstances and future prospects of these nation-states will be examined in relation to themes such as authoritarianism, violence, terror, fear, democracy, liberty, freedom, nationalism, revolution, US hegemony, neo-liberalism and globalisation.


Learning Outcomes


At the completion of the course, students will have a deeper understanding of the ongoing debates about the history and 'development' of Latin America. All interpretations will need to be evaluated in terms of purpose, place and time of formulation. The course aims to develop critical thinking, and reading, writing, oral and research skills.

Assessment


  • Minor essay (2000 - 2500 words) - 20%
  • Major essay (2500 - 3000 words) - 50%
  • Tutorial participation - 30%