Cirrus@Austlit

Where is Australia? Is it in Asia? Or is it an extension of Europe as part of the former British Empire? Is it a satellite of the USA? Or is it a part of the Pacific? What about the Tasman World? Or the Southern Ocean and Antarctica? This subject locates Australia and Australian history in a regional and global context. It asks: how does thinking 'transnationally' contribute to our understanding of a nation's development? AUST102 takes students beyond national borders to critically explore the ways in which a vast network of economic, political and cultural relationships have helped create Australia.

Generic Extra Information:

Student will acquire the following Graduate Qualities: 1. Demonstrating a sound knowledge of developments in transnational history and the place of Australia within these debates (Informed). 2. Finding and evaluating information from a variety of sources (Independent Learners; Informed). 3. Demonstrating a capacity to effectively communicate results of research (Effective Communicators; Independent Learners). 4. Developing self-confidence in oral skills and demonstrate respect for cultural and intellectual diversity (Effective Communicators; Responsible).

Subject Objectives:

On successful completion of this subject, students will be able to: 1. Display an understanding of transnational influences that have shaped Australian history and society 2. Demonstrate an ability to research and critically evaluate a range of sources 3. Effectively present research findings and point of view in written form 4. Clearly express views on the range of issues raised in this subject