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Indigenous-Settler Histories: Comparative Contexts

Undergraduate | MAQ-MHIX301 | 2019

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Chart the history of European colonisation, examining case studies that include South Africa, Canada and Australia. Uncover themes like war and assimilation. Focus on the stories of Indigenous people and issues such as rights and reconciliation.

Study method
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Assessments
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Entry requirements
Prior study needed
Duration
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Indigenous-Settler Histories: Comparative Contexts

About this subject

  • Students will:

    - Understand settler-colonialism as a structure in world history;

    - Compare models, practices and outcomes of settler-colonialism in different geographical and temporal contexts;

    - Develop critical and analytical skills through analysis of primary and secondary sources;

    - Develop integrative and creative thinking via formulating questions;

    - Effectively communicate in written and oral forms

    - Evaluate and reflect on practices of settler-colonialism in the contemporary world.

Entry requirements

Others

There are no prerequisites for this unit.

Note: Level 3 subjects normally assume a moderate level of prior knowledge in this area, e.g. from studying related Level 1 and 2 subjects or other relevant experience.

Additional requirements

No additional requirements

Study load

0.125 EFTSL
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