976421 Contemporary Germany

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The subject is designed to provide students with a basic understanding of contemporary German history, politics, society and culture in national, continental and global contexts. In weeks one to four students follow an umbrella program shared by all Contemporary European Society subjects, which introduces them to general issues relating to contemporary Europe. From week five onwards, they pursue a separate program, focusing on contemporary Germany. The subject provides students with critical skills that allow them to identify major contemporary issues that shape present-day German society. Insights are gained into German history, politics and culture since the Second World War, including East and West Germany and the post-unification period. Topics cover the contested nature of German identity and memory of Germany's past, social movements and terrorism, social reforms and economic development, education, immigration and Germany's international role. Students develop critical thinking skills relevant to the multidisciplinary nature of the subject.

Assessment: Assessment tasks include essays.

Typical availability

Spring semester, City campus

Fee information

2007 contribution for post-2004 Commonwealth-supported students: $832.67
2007 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,760.00
Subject EFTSL: 0.167
Note: The above fees are applicable in 2007 for Commonwealth-supported students who commenced after 2004 and domestic fee-paying undergraduate students only. Pre-2005 Commonwealth-supported students should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students webpage.
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