Historical Studies 

Undergraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
EDUC 2048
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Course ID
203500
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
2
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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No
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University-wide elective course
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Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

This course aims to develop a deep, conceptual and foundational content knowledge in historical studies through exploring the content and skills of the Australian Curriculum: History. Students will develop the capacity to think historically through historical concepts and key content areas that underpin the history curriculum. Inquiry and research skills will also be honed to support the teaching of engaging, critical and creative history in primary school settings.

Course learning outcomes

  • Understand and apply knowledge of the Australian Curriculum: History to plan relevant and engaging learning experiences and quality assessment
  • Apply historical research skills and demonstrate an ability to think historically in a conceptual and critical manner
  • Think historically through applying the historical concepts
  • Understand the pedagogical content knowledge involved in the teaching of HaSS: History

Prerequisite(s)

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Assessment

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