Overview
Today, news headlines are dominated by the rise of populist leaders like Donald Trump, by stories of ethnic and racial tensions, political violence, war and conflict. The post-cold war period has witnessed the concentration of global wealth into fewer and fewer hands; Asia’s return to the centre of world power; … For more content click the Read More button below.
In History of the Present, you will explore how colonialism and decolonization, modernity and tradition, communism, fascism and liberalism, the rise of liberation movements, the intensification of global exchanges, and environmental developments in the twentieth century profoundly shaped the present. We will focus on a ‘long twentieth century’ timeframe, starting with the Great War and ending with yesterday, to explore historical concepts such as continuity and change, significance and controversy.
Working with historians who specialise on the twentieth century, you will learn the skills of historical investigation and inquiry, to come to an understanding of how the last century explains, problematises and deepens our understanding of the present.
Course Attributes
General Education
Introductory Course
Delivery
In-person - Standard (usually weekly or fortnightly)
Multimodal -
Fees
Type | Amount |
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Commonwealth Supported Students (if applicable) | $2041 |
Domestic Students | $5280 |
International Students | $5280 |
Pre-2019 Handbook Editions
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