HIST20080 Witch-Hunting in European Societies

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

Is HIST20080 hard?

HIST20080: 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

Why tens of thousands were executed for witchcraft in Europe from about 1350 to 1700, and why the trials stopped.

After it you can

What you need first

None

How it’s assessed

Assignments 35%, Reports and essays 55%, Participation 10%

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Quick answers

When is HIST20080 offered?
Runs in 2026: Semester 2.
What do I need before taking HIST20080?
No prerequisites.
Does HIST20080 have a final exam?
No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Assignments 35%, Reports and essays 55%, Participation 10%.
How many class hours a week does HIST20080 have?
2.5 h a week in class
Can I take HIST20080 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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