HIST20059 Slavery & Freedom: US History, 1763-1945

University of Melbourne · Level 2 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 1.

Is HIST20059 hard?

HIST20059: Easier. Makes it easier: No final exam, Only 2.5 class hours a week. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.

What you learn

US history from the Revolution to 1945, centred on the clash between the promise of freedom and slavery.

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What you need first

None

How it’s assessed

Assignments 20%, Reports and essays 80%

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Quick answers

When is HIST20059 offered?
Runs in 2026: Semester 1.
What do I need before taking HIST20059?
No prerequisites.
Does HIST20059 have a final exam?
No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Assignments 20%, Reports and essays 80%.
How many class hours a week does HIST20059 have?
2.5 h a week in class
Can I take HIST20059 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.
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Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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