The unit examines the history of North Australia since 1911, the year the Commonwealth of Australia took over the administration of the Northern Territory. While the focus is on the Northern Territory, some attention is also given to the north of Western Australia and northern Queensland. Students will become familiar with published research on the topic, and learn to identify, access and intelligently interpret primary and secondary source material, and gain an ability to communicate ideas in a clear and logical manner, in accordance with normal academic standards in History.
PRESCRIBED TEXT - FAR COUNTRY
