ATS3623 · Nationality, ethnicity and conflict

Overview

The unit explores ideas of 'nation', 'nationality' and 'ethnicity' from the nineteenth century to recent times. It introduces a range of theoretical frameworks and approaches to the study of nationalism, with reference to appropriate case studies, to build your understanding of nationality, nation building, ethnicity and conflict. You will be expected to engage with the political, social and cultural histories of a number of nations in order to gain a deeper understanding of the complex issues related to the formation and maintenance of nation states and national identities throughout the modern era.

Areas of study: History Holocaust and genocide studies Human rights International studies

Offerings

Assessment

The Handbook does not list a final examination among the assessment items. That is not a guarantee there is none.

Within semester assessment: 100%

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Requisites

The Handbook lists no prerequisite, corequisite or prohibition for this unit.

Learning outcomes

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

Workload

Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning, peer directed learning and online engagement.

Student experience, not official rules. Nothing here changes what the Handbook says.