300648 v.4 Australian Folklife Major (Grad Dip)
Introduction
This major provides students with an introduction to the theory, methodology and application of folklore and folklife. An introduction to understanding and appreciating the significance of folklore and folklife, both as an aspect of cultural heritage and as a continuing influence in contemporary life. The theory and method of contemporary folkloristics, consideration of the influence of folkore and folklife in Australian society, past and present, the application of folklore to cultural tourism, education, community work and other professional areas. The course, or individual units within it, will be of value to occupations in cultural heritage, museums, cultural planning and development, human resources, organisational development and organisational behaviour. International students requiring an understanding of the informal aspects of Australian culture and society may also find individual units of this course of great value.
Course Structure |
Hrs/Wk |
Credit |
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Year 1 Semester 1 |
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| 300664 | v.4 | Applied Folklore 501 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 300666 | v.4 | Folklore Fieldwork 505 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 300667 | v.4 | Introduction to Folklore 507 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 308581 | v.1 | Advanced Studies in Folklore and Folklife 502 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
Year 1 Semester 2 |
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| 300641 | v.3 | Australian Folk Culture - A Multicultural Perspective | 3.0 | 50.0 | |
| 308582 | v.1 | Community Folk Heritage 503 | 5.0 | 50.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
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