HIS 2001 Race Relations in Australian History

SubjectCat-NbrClassTermModeDescriptionUnitsCampus
HIS2001150432, 2002ONCRace Relations in Australian History1.00TWMBA
Academic Group:FOART
Academic Org:FOA003
HECS Band:1
ASCED Code:090305

Contents


STAFFING:

Examiner: Libby Connors
Moderator: Maurice French



OTHER-REQUISITES:

Pre-requisite: Two of HIS1001, HIS2000, USQ95211, USQ95212, USQ95501, USQ97106 or HIS2002/HIS1000


SYNOPSIS:

Racism has been a crucial factor in Australian society since the arrival of the first Europeans. This course will examine the historical development of racial ideas and structures in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries with reference to its relevance to minority groups, gender roles and changing ideas of nationalism. It also considers the impact of globalisation on Australian race relations in the contemporary period.


OBJECTIVES:

On successfully completing this course, students will demonstrate:

  • The ability to interpret primary sources and to identify racist assumptions and ideologies.

  • Competence in constructing written and verbal arguments.

  • Ability to work effectively in groups.

  • An appreciation of the diverse racial heritage of Australia.

  • An understanding of the historical conditions under which racism has been either manufactured or discouraged.



    • TOPICS:


    DescriptionWeighting (%)
    1. Possibilities The nature of British imperialism and Aboriginal- European relations pre-1860.
    		 20.00
    2. Structures Economic expansion and the development of racial theories and structural racism. Native Mounted Police and the institutionalization of Aborigines. Labour exploitation and racial exclusion, The White Australia Policy.
    		 20.00
    3. Race and Gender
    		 20.00
    4. Racial Minorities and War Case studies from World War 1 and World War 2. The manufacture of racism. Racial scapegoating.
    		 20.00
    5. Decline of Colonialism in the post-war world. Ideology versus practice. Immigration.
    		 20.00

    TEXT and MATERIALS required to be PURCHASED or accessed:

    Books can be ordered by fax or telephone. For costs and further details use the 'Book Search' facility at http://bookshop.usq.edu.au by entering the author or title of the text.

    Broome, R. 1994, Aboriginal Australians, 2nd edition, Allen & Unwin, North Sydney.

    McGrath, A. (ed) 1995, Contested Ground, Allen & Unwin, St Leonards, NSW.




    REFERENCE MATERIALS:

    Reference materials are materials that, if accessed by students, may improve their knowledge and understanding of the material in the course and enrich their learning experience.

    Markus, A. 1994, Australian Race Relations, Allen & Unwin, St Leonards, NSW.

    Sherington, G. 1990, Australia's Immigrants, Allen & Unwin, North Sydney.




    STUDENT WORKLOAD REQUIREMENTS:

    ACTIVITYHOURS
    Examinations2
    Lectures13
    Private Study126
    Tutorial26


    ASSESSMENT DETAILS:

    DescriptionMarks Out ofWtg(%)RequiredDue Date
    TUTORIAL PAPER30.0030.00Y22 Jul 2002 (see note 1)
    TUTORIAL PARTICIPATION10.0010.00Y22 Jul 2002 (see note 2)
    TUTORIAL GROUP WORK15.0015.00Y22 Jul 2002 (see note 3)
    2000 WORD MAJOR ESSAY30.0030.00Y09 Sep 2002
    EXAMINATION 1.5 HOURS15.0015.00YEND S2 (see note 5)
    NOTES:
    1.
    Tutorial paper is presented in class based on particular topics - date to be advised.
    2.
    Tutorial participation is graded weekly on evidence of preparation and quality of oral contribution.
    3.
    Tutorial group work is a team project graded on a team presentation based on a weekly topic - date to be advised.
    5.
    Students will be advised of the official exam date after the timetable has been finalised.

    OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

    1. Students must attempt all items of assessment, including the tutorial group work, to pass the course.
    2. In order to meet course objectives, students' participation at tutorials/practicals is strongly advised.
    3. The final grade is based on the total for all assessment items and is awarded in accord with Faculty guidelines.
    4. 1 Assignments submitted after the due date, and without prior approval of an extension from the examiner, will be penalised at the rate of 10% per working day up to 5 days, after which a grade of zero will be awarded. 2 Since it is a requirement of the course that all items of assessment must be submitted, any assignments which are beyond the five working day limit will not be eligible for a grade, but must be of an acceptable standard.