AUS4010

Society and culture of twentieth-century Australia

(ART)

John Arnold and Victoria Peel

6 points + 2-hour seminar per week + Second semester + Clayton

Synopsis: Provides an overview of twentieth century Australia by focussing on major events, personalities and heroes in four periods, viz 1901-18, 1929-39, 1939-64, 1964 to present. Students are encouraged to reflect and write on Australian society during their formative or school years. Looks at the development of Australian Studies as a discipline.

Assessment: One seminar paper (1000 words): 20% each + Essay (4000 words): 70% + Seminar presentation: 10%