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ANCH505 Greek Democracy and its Enemies

Updated: 20 March 2013
Credit Points 6
Offering
Responsible Campus Teaching Period Mode of Study
Armidale Trimester 2 Off Campus
Intensive School(s) None
Supervised Exam There is no UNE Supervised Examination.
Pre-requisites candidature in a postgraduate award
Co-requisites None
Restrictions ANCH201 or ANCH301 or ANCH305 or ANCH405
Notes None
Combined Units ANCH305 - Greek Democracy and its Enemies
Coordinator(s) Greg Horsley (ghorsley@une.edu.au)
Unit Description

A study of imperialism and democratic institutions in the Greek world from the middle of the fifth century BC to the death of Alexander, focusing on Athenian imperialism in the fifth century, the practice of democratic government in Athens, the growth of Macedonian influence in the Greek world in the fourth century, the reign of Philip II and Alexander's conquest of the Persian empire.
Materials Textbook information will be displayed approximately 8 weeks prior to the commencement of the teaching period. Please note that textbook requirements may vary from one teaching period to the next.
Disclaimer Unit information may be subject to change prior to commencement of the teaching period.
Assessment Assessment information will be published prior to commencement of the teaching period.
Learning Outcomes (LO) Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
  1. select, evaluate and effectively use written and non-written historical evidence;
  2. construct a high-level, logical, written argument in response to a broad question or area of enquiry;
  3. conduct independent research;
  4. exhibit advanced knowledge of the history of Greece from 454-323BC; and
  5. have an advanced understanding of the intellectual concepts (ancient and modern) central to comprehending the key of ancient Greek history from 454-323BC.

Graduate Attributes (GA)
Attribute Taught Assessed Practised
1 Knowledge of a Discipline
Knowledge of the ancient history discipline will be taught with lecture notes and through online discussions (student centred). It will be assessed through all assessments. 		True True
2 Communication Skills
Students will be taught communication skills through written feedback on the essays. Students will be assessed on the style of writing, clarity of writing, expression and development of ideas, and referencing. Students will practise their communication skills through completing the assessment tasks. 		True True True
3 Global Perspectives
Students will demonstrate an awareness of the global context of the study of Ancient History in general and ancient warfare in particular, and its relevance to today. 		True True
4 Information Literacy
Find, acquire, evaluate, manage and use information in a range of media including ancient written, artistic and archaeological evidence, and modern discussions in both print and electronic media. Acquire, organise and present information in online discussions and written communication in both essays. 		True
5 Life-Long Learning
Understand the limitations of, and have the capacity to, evaluate current knowledge of warfare in the ancient world. Identify, evaluate and implement personal learning strategies. Use a wide range of academic skills (research, analysis, synthesis etc.). Practise intellectual curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking. Learn cooperatively and independently. Learn new skills and apply learning to new situations. Recognise opportunities. 		True True
6 Problem Solving
Students will be assessed on their ability to conceptualise historical problems and formulate a range of solutions to both research and presentation. Collect, collate and analyse relevant information to assist problem solving. 		True True
7 Social Responsibility
Students will appreciate the impact of social change through a study of Ancient history. Recognise social justice issues relevant to the study of ancient history and its relevance to today. 		True
8 Team Work
Students will practise working collaboratively and network effectively to solve problems on the discussion board taking initiative and leading others in this environment. They will also negotiate and assert their own values and respect the values and contributions of others on the discussion board and in their own essays. 		True
   

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