Basic knowledge of history.

The major studies included in this course after the completion will avail each individual with a well developed strong theoretical and practical understanding of the discipline,acquiring of a strong foundation and in-depth knowledge, skills of the discipline, be able to engage critically with the discipline.

Normal admission requirement are a Bachelor of Arts degree or its equivalent from the University of Tasmania; or a University degree from another university or tertiary institution, deemed to be appropriate by the Faculty of Arts; or candidates not holding a bachelor's degree but whose employment experience indicates a level of knowledge and skill deemed by the Faculty to be sufficient to complete the course satisfactorily may be deemed eligible for admission.

Students who have satisfactorily completed the requirements for the Graduate Certificate in Arts (Specialisation) may proceed to the Graduate Diploma in Arts (Specialisation). Where specialisations permit, students who satisfactorily complete the requirements for the Graduate Diploma may then proceed to the Master of Arts (Specialisation).Where specialisations permit, students will have the opportunity to undertake 12.5% or 25% of internship units (subject to negotiation with the course co-ordinator) as part of the Graduate Diploma. The maximum percentage of internship units able to be counted to the Graduate Diploma is 25%.Credit may be given, at the discretion of the Faculty, for previous postgraduate or honours level study, or alternative achievements by students in other awards and professional practice areas at equivalent level. After the successful completion of the course students get accredited by an official industry accreditation body in Australia.

This course aims to both impart knowledge and stimulate inquiry about the human past, and develop, by means of historical study, a range of valuable skills and qualities of mind which have general application. History provides an important bridge between the Humanities and Social Sciences, and provides opportunities to specialize in Australian, European, American or African history.

Minimum .5 yrs, Maximum 2 yrs.