Introduction to the Italian Renaissance
UndergraduateUNE-ITAL2052025
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- Study method
- 100% online
- Assessments
- 100% online
- Entry requirements
- Part of a degree
- Duration
- 16 weeks
- Start dates
- 24 Feb 2025
- Loan available
- FEE-HELP available
Introduction to the Italian Renaissance
About this subject
Upon completion of this subject, students will be able to:
- demonstrate a deep understanding of the social, political and cultural aspects of the Italian Renaissance;
- apply an interdisciplinary approach to the study of a crucial period in Western culture by exploring the intersection of literary texts (in translation), material and visual culture;
- demonstrate critical thinking skills through recommended reading, essay writing, online forums and class discussion; and
- conduct independent research and effectively communicate ideas through a wide range of mediums.
- Topics will be available to enrolled students in the subjects Learning Management System site approximately one week prior to the commencement of the teaching period.
The Italian Renaissance is a pivotal period in human history, characterised by a resurgence of interest in classical learning, artistic innovation, and cultural flourishing. In this subject you will explore the intellectual developments and the unprecedented advances in the fields of art, architecture, science, literature and technology during this period.
This subject takes an interdisciplinary approach, teaching you to analyse literary texts in translation, documentary sources, and visual and material culture outputs. While you develop foundational knowledge about the Italian Renaissance and its legacy throughout time, you'll have the opportunity to develop a topic of interest using a wide range of mediums.
This subject is taught bilingually; if you are majoring in Italian you can continue to develop your language skills, and if you have no knowledge of Italian language but a passion for Italian history, culture and art, you can study and complete assessments in English.
Assessment 1 Online Assessment: 1500 words. Relates to Learning Outcomes 1-4;
Assessment 2 Research Project: 2500 words. Relates to Learning Outcomes 1-4;
Assessment 3 Research Essay: 2000 words. Relates to Learning Outcomes 1-4.- Online Assessment - Participation in online classes or completion of online tasks (10%)
- Research Project (50%)
- Research Essay (40%)
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Entry requirements
Part of a degree
To enrol in this subject you must be accepted into one of the following degrees:
Elective
- UNE-MDL-DIP-2025 - Diploma in Modern Languages
Others
Candidature in the Diploma in Modern Languages
Additional requirements
- Equipment requirements - Headphones or speakers (required to listen to lectures and other media). Headset, including microphone (highly recommended). Webcam (may be required for participation in virtual classrooms and/or media presentations).
- Software requirements - It is essential for students to have reliable internet access in order to participate in and complete your units, regardless of whether they contain an on campus attendance or intensive school component. For additional information please visit UNE Hardware Requirements: https://www.une.edu.au/current-students/support/it-services/hardware
- Other requirements -
Textbook requirements:
Textbook information is not available until approximately 8 weeks prior to the commencement of the Teaching period.
Students are expected to purchase prescribed material.
Textbook requirements may vary from one teaching period to the next.
Study load
- 0.125 EFTSL
- This is in the range of 10 to 12 hours of study each week.
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Related degrees
Once you’ve completed this subject it can be credited towards one of the following courses
UndergraduateUNE-MDL-DIP