HIST20071 Protest & Politics: US History, 1945-Now

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

Is HIST20071 hard?

HIST20071: 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 since 1945 through its social movements, from civil rights to Black Lives Matter, and the presidents in between.

After it you can

What you need first

None

How it’s assessed

Reports and essays 100%

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Quick answers

When is HIST20071 offered?
Runs in 2026: Semester 1.
What do I need before taking HIST20071?
No prerequisites.
Does HIST20071 have a final exam?
No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Reports and essays 100%.
How many class hours a week does HIST20071 have?
2.5 h a week in class
Can I take HIST20071 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 HIST20071?
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Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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