Career opportunities 9. Students will benefit from the unusual breadth and diversity of the Department's undergraduate and interdisciplinary teaching programs. Students are trained in the research and analysis of historical information, and develop excellent comprehension and communication skills. The optional fieldwork component emphasises the strong vocational value of history. Students interested in expanding their interests and knowledge in history can also progress to higher degree study options at the University of Melbourne.
History is a means of understanding the relationship between past and present.
It is a rich and stimulating discipline, exploring the range of human societies through time and across cultures. The study of history enriches our understanding of ourselves. Prerequisites There are no prerequisites for first year history subjects. Students who believe they have completed suitable alternative first year subjects are advised to consult with the Department for permission to enrol. Attendance requirement A threshold requirement for the acceptance of work for evaluation is satisfactory attendance at tutorials.