HIST 1109 - Revolutions that Changed the World
North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2025
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code HIST 1109 Course Revolutions that Changed the World Coordinating Unit Historical and Classical Studies Term Semester 2 Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact 3 hours per week Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y Assessment Using Secondary Sources 1, Using Secondary Sources 2, Group Activity, Historical Knowledge and Understanding Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Dr Paul Sendziuk
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .
2 x 1-hour lectures per week.
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate:
1 A broad factual knowledge of the political, social, cultural and visual history of important periods of transition and transformation in world history. 2 An ability to address questions about the causes and impact of these transformations. 3 An ability to locate relevant secondary sources and use them appropriately in order to answer questions about the causes and impact of these periods of profound transformation. 4 An understanding of the contested nature of historical interpretations with particular regard to the transitions we discuss in the course. Students will be able to identify the key questions at stake in these debates and understand the key positions taken by historians. 5 A capacity to engage critically with these debates both individually and in small groups, and to formulate coherent positions of their own based on an appropriate use of evidence. 6 An understanding of, and the ability correctly to use, the conventions and idiom of the discipline of history. 7 An ability to work in small groups in order to address and solve historical problems pertaining to the causes and impact of the 'revolutions' that we study. 8 An ability to use relevant technologies to find and evaluate sources, communicate ideas with other students and with staff, and present findings. University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.
1, 2 Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
3, 4, 5 Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills
Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.
5, 7 Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness
Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.
6, 7, 8 Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency
Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.
. Attribute 6: Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competency
Graduates have an understanding of, and respect for, Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander values, culture and knowledge.
. Attribute 7: Digital capabilities
Graduates are well prepared for living, learning and working in a digital society.
. Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.
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Learning Resources
Required Resources
All readings will be made available electronically through MyUni.Recommended Resources
The Barr Smith Library has a rich collection of books on our subject. It is essential that you familiarise yourself with the resources guide for this course which is available online through the Barr Smith Library. The resources guide also provides critical information on accessing materials in hard copy and electronically through the Library.Online Learning
This course has a website accessible through MyUni. All course materials will be there including lecture recordings, assessment details, tutorial questions and readings, etc.
Regular announcements and updates will be posted via MyUni.
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Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
2 x 1-hour lectures per week
1 x 1-hour tutorial per week
Lectures
Every week there will be in-person and on-line lectures. These will be supplemented by podcasts, documentaries, and other learning resources.
Tutorials
Each student will attend one tutorial per week. In tutorials students will participate in activities designed to develop the skills essential to the discipline of history. Tutorials are also a forum in which the class can exchange ideas about the key themes of the course and hone their oral communication skills. The weekly assigned videos and readings will provide you with the necessary background to participate in tutorials and to contribute to discussion.
Student support and research skills
Like the 1st Semester Level 1 course, 'Empires in World History', this course is designed as an introduction to the study of history at university level. There will be a strong emphasis on developing research skills. We work closely with the relevant staff in the library to provide hands-on training in the use of library resources. Various small exercises in the large-group sessions and tutorials, and on MyUni, will also familiarise students with the basic skills they need to research and write their assessments.Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
The course is designed on the assumption that the typical student workload across the semester will be as follows:
Lectures: 24 hours
Tutorials: 10 hours
Preparation for tutorials: 20 hours
Researching and writing assessments: 96 hours
Total: 150 hoursLearning Activities Summary
Because this is a modular course, the precise content and learning activities will vary from year to year. In general, 2-3 weeks will be spent examining each 'revolution' in the course. The following may be examined: American Revolution (c. 1776-1783), English Revolution (c.1640s), Scientific Revolution (c.16th-17th centuries), French Revolution (c.1789-1815), Industrial Revolution (c.1750-1900), Communist Revolution (c.1840s-1989), Russian Revolution (c. 1917), Sexual Revolution (16th-20th centuries).Specific Course Requirements
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Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Assessment Task Weighting % Course Learning Outcome Short Essay
(1000 words on a journal article)30% 3, 4, 5, 6, 8 Quizzes 20% 1, 2 Research Essay
(2000 words)50% 3, 4, 5, 6, 8 Tutorial Participation
Modified arrangements have been made to assessments and the details provided here reflect recent updates.
Assessment Task Weighting Quizzes 20% Short Essay 30% Research Essay 50% Assessment Related Requirements
Tutorial attendance and participation is a requirement of this course. Only students who attend at least 80% of tutorials will qualify to pass the course unless documentation of a medical condition can be supplied. There will be opportunities to attend 'make up' tutorials (i.e. classes scheduled later in the week) if a class is missed.
All written work is to be submitted electronically via MyUni AND Turnitin (see below).Assessment Detail
1. A 1,000-word analysis of a journal article (30%)
You will be required to answer questions related to a scholarly journal article. The list of texts to choose from will be posted on MyUni early in semester, together with PDFs of the articles themselves.
2. A 2,000-word research essay (50%)
Students will be required to write an essay on one of the revolutions covered by the course.
3. Quizzes (20%)
There will be quizzes which test factural understanding of the revolutions we study.Submission
All assignments are to be submitted electronically via Turnitin on MyUni.
Students wishing to apply for an extension need to submit the relevant online form. Details on how to apply for extensions will be available in the Canvas site for HIST 1109.
Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through .
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