Key facts
UNE unit code: HINQ302
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- Trimester 1 - Online
- Yes
- No
- No
- 6
Unit information
The digital age and the emergence of new tools has reshaped how we approach research in history, archaeology and cultural heritage. This Australian-first unit is important in developing your understanding of new approaches and technologies to support research about the past.
Tools such as geographical information systems, paperless data collection, web scraping, digital illustration, image enhancement, restoration, analysis, modelling and content management systems are explored.
The unit also provides a cross-disciplinary introduction to research design and methodology, building niche skills to help you stand out in academia and professions across government, industry and community organisations.
Other than being comfortable with using computers and an eagerness to learn new digital skills, there are no technical prerequisites. You will be supported by digital laboratory workshop sessions and discussion forums to maximise your learning.
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| Teaching period | Mode/location |
|---|---|
| Trimester 1 | Online |
*Offering is subject to availability
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Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- illustrate a sound understanding of key concepts and principles relevant to designing a research project encompassing historical inquiry and cultural heritage;
- demonstrate awareness of the challenges and opportunities created by digital technologies in historical inquiry and cultural heritage;
- demonstrate broad knowledge of a range of digital research methods and a capacity to determine which approaches and tools are best suited to common types of historical research questions
- develop an ability to produce and work with a range of digital datasets, and to archive and curate these data in line with current best practice approaches to long-term preservation; and
- reflect on their own career pathways and identify opportunities for future professional development encompassing digital approaches, and in line with career goals.
Assessment information
Assessments are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
| Title | Must Complete | Weight | Offerings | Assessment Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assessment 1 | Yes | 20% | All offerings | Moodle-based quiz (Multiple choice and short-answer) (Week 4) No. Words: 1000 |
| Assessment 2 | Yes | 20% | All offerings | Data Wrangling Exercise to demonstrate foundational skills in working with digital datasets (Week 6) No. Words: 1000 |
| Assessment 3 | Yes | 60% | All offerings | Digital portfolio comprising development of a static website that presents the results of four practical tasks undertaken during the trimester, based on in-class guides and demonstrations. (Week 12) No. Words: 4000 |
Learning resources
Textbooks are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
Note: Students are expected to purchase prescribed material. Please note that textbook requirements may vary from one teaching period to the next.
The Digital Humanities Coursebook: An Introduction to Digital Methods for Research and Scholarship
ISBN: 9780367565756
Drucker, J, Routledge/ Taylor & Francis 1st 2021
Text refers to: All offerings
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