Monash University Handbook 2011 Undergraduate - Unit

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit will explore the relationship between the aggresive imperialism of the late 19th and early 20th century and changing ideas on sexuality, gender and subjectivity. It will also look at questions of race: at concerns about degeneration and 'race suicide', at the emergence of anti-Semitism, and at the connection between racial concerns and questions about sexuality.

Assessment

Group presentation and report (10 minutes): 20%
Tutorial presentation: 10%
Essay (2500 words): 45%
Examination (1 hour): 25%

Contact hours

2 hours per week

This unit applies to the following area(s) of study

History
European and European Union studies

Prerequisites

A first-year sequence in History or permission

Prohibitions

ATS3592