AIS2020

Racism and Prejudice

(ART)

To be advised

6 points + 2 hours per week + Second semester + Clayton + Prerequisites: First-year sequence or approval from course co-ordinator + Prohibitions: AIS3020; KRS3020 (2000 and previously)

Synopsis: The subject focuses on theories of race and issues of ethnicity, prejudice and racism, with particular emphasis on language use in a multicultural context; the uses of opinion polls; the representation of Aborigines in the media and other forms of popular culture; multiculturalism and Aborigines; Land Rights, Native Title and racism. The value of an interdisciplinary approach to these topics is highlighted. The subject is presented in a two-hour seminar.

Assessment: Research essay (3000 words): 75% + Class project (1500 words): 25%