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PASI2002 Pacific Encounters: an Introduction to History and Culture in Oceania

Later Year Course

Offered By School of Culture, History and Language
Academic Career Undergraduate
Course Subject Pacific Studies
Offered in Second Semester, 2012 and Second Semester, 2013
Unit Value 6 units
Course Description

This course presents a broad overview of Pacific history from first colonization to the present day.  It seeks to provide an understanding of the historical processes shaping contemporary Pacific communities. Emphasis is placed on the cultural diversity of the Pacific Islands, the dynamic nature of Pacific societies, and the important role external influences have always played in these communities.

Indicative Assessment

Attendance and participation (20%), Two 2000-word essays (40%), Final exam (40%).

Workload

3 contact hours per week

Areas of Interest Pacific Studies
Requisite Statement

6 university courses (36 units)

Incompatibility

PASI6002

Prescribed Texts

A book of readings compiled by the course coordinator. Supplementary materials will be handed out in class and students are provided with a bibliography.

Majors/Specialisations Anthropology, History, Asia-Pacific Security Studies, Asian History, and Pacific Studies
Academic Contact Paul D'Arcy and Vicki Luker

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