HIST20034 Modern Southeast Asia

University of Melbourne · Level 2 · 12.5 points · Not running in 2026.

Is HIST20034 hard?

HIST20034: About average. Not running in 2026, so it isn't on the lists. Makes it easier: No final exam. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.

What you learn

Southeast Asia in the 19th and 20th centuries: colonial rule, Japanese occupation, the Cold War, nationhood and today's issues.

After it you can

What you need first

None

How it’s assessed

Assignments 55%, Reports and essays 45%

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Quick answers

When is HIST20034 offered?
Not running in 2026.
What do I need before taking HIST20034?
No prerequisites.
Does HIST20034 have a final exam?
No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Assignments 55%, Reports and essays 45%.
Can I take HIST20034 as breadth?
Yes, for: Bachelor of Biomedicine, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art), Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Science.
Can I rate HIST20034?
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Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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