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Overview

The Honours program in History requires the completion of 48 UOC (the equivalent of one year full-time study or two years part-time study). The Honours program involves seminars and the completion of a research project or thesis. It consists of 18 UOC of coursework and 30 UOC of thesis/project. The … For more content click the Read More button below.

Learning Outcomes

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Demonstrate a broad understanding of a body of historical knowledge, historiography and theoretical concepts with advanced understanding in at least one period or culture of the past
2.
Demonstrate coherent and advanced knowledge of history's principles, methods, and concepts and the ability to apply them when researching a historical problem
3.
Demonstrate cognitive and technical skills in historical research
4.
Demonstrate skills in reviewing, analysing, and synthesizing historical knowledge
5.
Practice ethical and inclusive enquiry and communication
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Demonstrate initiative and judgment in historical scholarship
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Exercise independence in identifying and formulating solutions to complex and historical problems
8.
Demonstrate written and verbal communication skills to present a clear and coherent exposition of historical knowledge and the capacity to disseminate historical findings in diverse contexts

Available in Program(s)
Single degree program(s) in which this specialisation is available:

Bachelor of Arts and Social Sciences (Honours) - BASS (Hons)4504 - Arts & Social Sciences (Hons)

Specialisation Structure

Students must complete 48 UOC.

Core Courses18 Units of Credit:
Thesis or Project30 Units of Credit:

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