GSC2803

Dominant and minority cultures

(ART)

8 points + 3 hours per week + First semester + Gippsland + Prerequisites: Passes in 75% of first-year subjects

Synopsis: The terminology and concepts related to the study of racial relations. Historical manifestations of racism. Minority cultures in plural societies including the Kanaks in New Caledonia, Maoris in New Zealand, and South Africa0s apartheid and race relations. Attempts to negotiate treaties and agreements between the dominant and minority cultures.

Assessment: Essay one (1500 words): 30% + Essay two (1500 words): 30% + Overview essay (3000 words): 40%