Postgraduate - UnitAPG5310 - Local and community history

On successful completion of this unit students will:

1. have been introduced to concepts of 'community' and community history-making
2. have been introduced to the origins of local and community histories, and their uses and purposes.
3. have developed skills in researching and writing local and community histories
4. have developed strong writing skills, including the production of a community history
5. have developed strong oral communication skills, and recognised the importance of consultation and engagement with community groups when undertaking local and community histories
6. have developed skills in the use of computers and other new media.
7. have developed reflective skills and understandings of the broader issues of the importance of community and belonging.
8. demonstrate all of the above as well as advanced original research and writing skills commensurate with the more advanced level of their studies.

Students undertaking the unit on-line will develop skills the above skills, although objective five will be in the form of virtual oral communication skills.