HSY2460

The Vietnam War (6 points)

(ARTS)

Leader: Jane Drakard

Offered:
Clayton First semester 2005 (Day)

Synopsis:

Objectives: In addition to fulfilling the general objectives established for history units at second-year level, students successfully completing this subject will be expected to: 1. Develop a knowledge of the historical development of the Vietnam War and an understanding of the broader ideological, political and cultural context in which the war took place. 2. Reflect on the impact of the war in Vietnam and the USA, as well as other parts of the world such as Cambodia and Laos and Australia. 3. Think critically and about the different cultural values involved in the various American, Vietnamese and other perceptions of this highly complex event. 4. Continue the acquisition of critical and analytical skills, and the ability to communicate these verbally and in writing.

Assessment: Essay (2000 words): 45% + Class project (1500 words): 30% + Class test (1000 words): 25%

Contact Hours: 3 hours (2 lectures and 1 tutorial) per week

Prerequisites: A first-year sequence in History or permission

Prohibitions: HSY3460