Undergraduate TAS-HAA003-2022
Introduction to Family History
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Duration
14 weeks
Study method
100% Online
Available loans
- HECS-HELP
- FEE-HELP
Assessments
100% online
Prior study
Not required
QS RANKING 2022
18
Times Higher Education Ranking 2022
23
Subject details
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of family history principles and planning
- Locate and use major family history repositories and records
- Critically evaluate sources for accuracy and reliability
- Present your genealogical work clearly and cogently, taking into account the contexts within which your ancestors lived
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- Welcome and introduction
- Getting started with family history
- Home and Away
- Digging deeper
- Looking further afield
- Your family history legacy
No eligibility requirements
Additional requirements
No additional requirements
Introduction to Family History is designed for people interested in their own family histories or genealogy in general.
· You will learn how to efficiently plan and accurately record your family history using family history research principles and practices. The subject will teach you how to critically evaluate a range of online family history resources for accuracy and reliability.
· You will also learn how to communicate your findings in clear writing that is accurately referenced. Online discussion forums will enable you to communicate with fellow students as you embark upon your research journey.
- 5x Online Quiz (50%)
- Research report (50%)
Current study term: 24 Jul 22 to 30 Sep 22
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