hus1ten ideas that shook the world
IDEAS THAT SHOOK THE WORLD
HUS1TEN
2020
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this interdisciplinary subject we explore some of the most influential ideas in the history of the West including: freedom, imperialism, secularisation and the individual. The subject traces the origins of these ideas and their manifestation in the world today. It is delivered in small seminars, allowing you to work closely with fellow students and your academic seminar leader. This subject will help you identify and critically evaluate some of the central ideas underpinning public discussion on a range of political and cultural issues both contemporary and historical. It will provide you with a solid foundation of cultural knowledge, which will be invaluable as you continue your studies. The disciplines studied in this subject include: Aboriginal Studies, Anthropology, Archaeology, Classics and Ancient History, English, History, Media and Communications, Philosophy, Politics, Sociology, and Sustainability and Development.
SchoolHumanities and Social Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorEmma Robertson
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 1 - UG
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectNo
Subject particulars
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PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Quota Management StrategyN/A
Quota-conditions or rulesN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Minimum credit point requirementN/A
Assumed knowledgeN/A
Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
Entire subject or partial subjectN/A
Total hours/days requiredN/A
Location of WBL activity (region)N/A
WBL addtional requirementsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
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Subject options
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Albury-Wodonga, 2020, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorEmma Robertson
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.00 hour lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
Delivered online via LMS
SeminarWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Group work and presentation (1200-word equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO6 |
| Individual research project (2000-word equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO5 |
| Seminar activities (800-word equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO3, SILO4 |
Bendigo, 2020, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorEmma Robertson
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.00 hour lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
Delivered online via LMS
SeminarWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Group work and presentation (1200-word equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO6 |
| Individual research project (2000-word equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO5 |
| Seminar activities (800-word equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO3, SILO4 |
Melbourne (Bundoora), 2020, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorEmma Robertson
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.00 hour lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
Delivered online via LMS
SeminarWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Group work and presentation (1200-word equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO6 |
| Individual research project (2000-word equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO5 |
| Seminar activities (800-word equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO3, SILO4 |
Mildura, 2020, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorEmma Robertson
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.00 hour lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
Delivered online via LMS
SeminarWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Group work and presentation (1200-word equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO6 |
| Individual research project (2000-word equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO5 |
| Seminar activities (800-word equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO3, SILO4 |
Shepparton, 2020, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorEmma Robertson
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.00 hour lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
Delivered online via LMS
SeminarWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Group work and presentation (1200-word equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO6 |
| Individual research project (2000-word equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO5 |
| Seminar activities (800-word equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO3, SILO4 |