History

Historians discover the stories behind some of the greatest and most significant events the world has seen. The past influences the choices we make as a society, nation or as a global community with respect to both contemporary and future events and issues.

Our Bachelor of Arts (History) gives you the chance to understand the events that have shaped our world. Through critical thinking and real-world application, you will be able to piece together information from the past and apply it to current events and issues. You will examine many areas of history including world civilisations, historic and contemporary Australia, race relations in Australian history, European and American history and the 20th century. Through your student experience, discover the areas of history that intrigue you the most.

Program structure

COMBINATION 1

Courses to be studiedUnits

Core courses4

Plus 2 x 8-unit Major16

Plus 1 x 4-unit Minor4

Or 4 x Electives

Total24

COMBINATION 2

Courses to be studiedUnits

Core courses4

Plus 1 x 8-unit Major8

Plus 1 x 12-unit Interdisciplinary Major12

Total24

COMBINATION

Courses to be studiedUnits

Core courses4

Plus 1 x 8-unit Major8

Plus 3 x 4-unit Minors12

Or Another grouping of Minors and Electives

Total24

Course codeCourse name

Core courses:

CMS1000Communication and Scholarship 

EDC2200Indigenous Perspectives

HMT1000History of Western Ideas

HMT2000Ethical Issues and Human Rights

History Major:Select eight courses from the following:

HIS1000World Civilisations to 1500 CE

HIS1001Introduction to Australian History

HIS1003World History Since 1500CE

HIS2000Contemporary Australia

HIS2001Race Relations in Australian History

HIS2005Europe: History of an Idea

HIS3002The Twentieth Century

HIS3003Contemporary America

HIS3004Approaches To History

HMT3001Independent Study Project A

 or 

HMT3002Independent Study Project B

Entry requirements

• Year 12 English (4 SA) or equivalent

English Language Requirements

Domestic and international students from a non-English speaking background are required to satisfy English Language requirements. This program requires a minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

OP/Rank

The 2014 OP/Rank for this program is: 16/64

International entry requirements

English Language Requirements

Domestic and international students from a non-English speaking background are required to satisfy English Language requirements. This program requires a minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

Pre-requisites

Year 12 Senior Certificate or equivalent from a recognised institution. Find your country's level of qualificationand minimum entry requirements for this program.

You may be able to apply for scholarships to help with your study costs.