HYM4820 - Local and community history
12 points, SCA Band 1, 0.250 EFTSL
Postgraduate Faculty of Arts
Leader(s): Professor Alistair Thomson
Offered
Not offered in 2009
Synopsis
This unit focuses on local and community history, and investigates concepts of community, the relationship between people and place and the connection between past and present. Students will study methods of historical research including oral history, material culture, emerging technologies, and cultural events. Through the assignments that include reviewing existing local history material and undertaking a community history research project, students will acquire a range of skills to equip to them to become involved in local and community history writing.
Objectives
On successful completion of this unit students will:
- have been introduced to concepts of 'community' and community history-making
- have been introduced to the origins of local and community histories, and their uses and purposes.
- have developed skills in researching and writing local and community histories
- have developed strong writing skills, including the production of a community history
- have developed strong oral communication skills, and recognised the importance of consultation and engagement with community groups when undertaking local and community histories
- have developed skills in the use of computers and other new media.
- have developed reflective skills and understandings of the broader issues of the importance of community and belonging
Assessment
Written work/reviews: 90% (8000 words)
Participation: 10%
Contact hours
24 hours over the semester
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree with a major in history, or permission from co-ordinator.