The Long History of Globalisation

This subject is not offered in 2014.

10 hours per week: total time commitment 120 hours

Admission to fourth year Honours or the Postgraduate Diploma in the discipline of History

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It is a commonplace that we live in globalised world. But what does this mean in theory and in practice? How did we get to this point? And how do we interpret the processes that underpin our global world? This subject examines the origins of the interconnected global paradigm from its origins in the mid-fifteenth century until the present day. It explores the structural changes that have shaped our experiences of, and interactions with, the world. It brings a rich historical perspective to some of the critical debates and challenges of the modern era.

Students who complete this subject will have a nuanced and well rounded understanding of:

• the complex forces shaping our global world;
• the paradigms of consumption and globalisation;
• east west perspectives on globalisation;
• the role of communication technologies in globalisation, from print to social media
• the role of empire, of religion and of ideologies in shaping and forming our globalised world.

An assignment of 1500 words 35% (due at a specified time during semester) and a research essay of 3500 words 65% (due at the end of semester).

Hurdle Requirement: Students are required to attend a minimum of 75% of classes in order to pass this subject. Assessment submitted late without an approved extension will be penalised at 2% per working day. All pieces of written work must be submitted to pass this subject.

Subject readings will be available online.

This subject is not available as a breadth subject.

Students who complete this subject will:

• demonstrate research skills through competent use of the library and other information sources.
• show critical thinking and analysis through recommended reading, essay writing and tutorial discussion, and by determining the strength of an argument.
• demonstrate understanding of social, ethical and cultural contexts.