Undergraduate - UnitATS3623 - Nationality, ethnicity and conflict

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6 points, SCA Band 1, 0.125 EFTSL

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Level	Undergraduate
Faculty	Faculty of Arts
Organisational Unit	History
Offered	Caulfield Second semester 2014 (Day) Clayton Second semester 2014 (Day)
Coordinator(s)	Dr Julie Kalman

Notes

Previously coded INT3030

Synopsis

The unit explores ideas of 'nation', 'nationality' and 'ethnicity' through a variety of theoretical frameworks and with the specific focus on three case studies; Yugoslavia, South Africa and Malaysia, from the sixteenth century to the present. Students will be expected to explore the histories of the three case studies over the period in order to gain a deeper understanding of some of the complex issues tied up in nationalism, nation building, ethnicity and conflict throughout the modern era.

Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

Recognise the importance of debates and ideas about race, nationalism, ethnicity and conflict.
Understand the importance of debate and discussion in the development of these ideas.
Have sound oral and written communication skills and be able to utilise these in such debates.
Understand the importance of critical analysis and be comfortable in challenging ideas and arguments.