Studying online
There are now 2 possible online modes for units:
Units with modes Online timetabled and Online flexible are available for any student to self-enrol and study online.
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Unit Overview
- Description
This unit examines the way in which some of the great themes of Western history have been played out in the Western Australian context—themes like imperialism, invasion and colonisation, migration, urbanisation, gender roles and class relations. Many of the outcomes of this interplay were unique to Western Australia. The unit uses multidisciplinary techniques to explore themes in Western Australian history through a study of the historic cultural environment. At a time when many Western Australians are thinking deeply about heritage issues, a major theme of the unit is built environment and material culture, and the part played by buildings and artifacts in representations of the past. How did people use these things? What events were acted out in particular places? What can they tell us about the past? The unit also considers how the past is 'packaged' for consumption by various audiences.
- Credit
- 6 points
- Details for undergraduate courses
- Level 3 elective
- Outcomes
Students are able to (1) master the key historiographical, methodological and theoretical issues in understanding how Western Australia's history is reflected in its heritage and material culture; (2) identify and evaluate some of the major methodological challenges posed by the relationship between history and heritage, including the range and diversity of sources and approaches; (3) demonstrate a thorough understanding of the key themes and issues in Western Australian history; (4) analyse a range of sources in Western Australian history and heritage for essay assessments using appropriate methodologies, including the exploration of sites and artefacts that are emblematic of Western Australia's history; (5) relate their interpretations to key historiographical and methodological debates in Western Australia's history and heritage; and (6) present complex arguments engaging with the historiography and methodology of Western Australia's history and heritage in both written and oral assessments.
- Assessment
Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) workshop and field trip attendance, participation and organisation; (2) assignment; and (3) a research essay. Further information is available in the unit outline.
Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.
- Unit Coordinator(s)
- Professor Jenny Gregory
- Unit rules
- Prerequisites
- a Level 2 History unit
or EURO2201 European Civilisation
or GEND2902 Men and Masculinities in History - Incompatibility
- HIST2264 Western Australia: History and Heritage.
HIST3364 Western Australia: History and Heritage
- Contact hours
- 3 hours per week (over 13 weeks) and a 2-hour field trip
- The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
- All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
- Unit readings, including any essential textbooks, are listed in the unit outline for each unit, one week prior the commencement of study. The unit outline will be available via the LMS and the UWA Handbook one week prior the commencement of study. Reading lists and essential textbooks are subject to change each semester. Information on essential textbooks will also be made available on the Essential Textbooks. This website is updated regularly in the lead up to semester so content may change. It is recommended that students purchase essential textbooks for convenience due to the frequency with which they will be required during the unit. A limited number of textbooks will be made available from the Library in print and will also be made available online wherever possible. Essential textbooks can be purchased from the commercial vendors to secure the best deal. The Student Guild can provide assistance on where to purchase books if required. Books can be purchased second hand at the Guild Secondhand bookshop (second floor, Guild Village), which is located on campus.
- Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.
Face to face
Predominantly face-to-face. On campus attendance required to complete this unit. May have accompanying resources online.
Online flexible
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit is asynchronous delivery, with NO requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online timetabled
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit includes some synchronous components, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online Restricted
Not available for self-enrolment. Students access this mode by contacting their student office through AskUWA. 100% Online Unit.
NO campus face-to-face attendance. All study and assessment requirements are online only. Unit includes some timetabled activities, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times. In exceptional cases (noted in the Handbook) students may be required to participate in face-to-face laboratory classes when a return to UWA’s Crawley campus becomes possible in order to be awarded a final grade.
External
No attendance or regular contact is required, and all study requirements are completed either via correspondence and/or online submission.
Off-campus
Regular attendance is not required, but student attends the institution face to face on an agreed schedule for purposes of supervision and/or instruction.
Multi-mode
Multiple modes of delivery. Unit includes a mix of online and on-campus study requirements. On campus attendance for some activities is required to complete this unit.