HIST30004 A History of Sexualities

University of Melbourne · Level 3 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 1.

Is HIST30004 hard?

HIST30004: About average. 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

How sexual practices and identities have changed through history, and where modern ideas about sex and gender come from.

After it you can

What you need first

None

How it’s assessed

Participation 10%, Reports and essays 90%

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Quick answers

When is HIST30004 offered?
Runs in 2026: Semester 1.
What do I need before taking HIST30004?
No prerequisites.
Does HIST30004 have a final exam?
No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Participation 10%, Reports and essays 90%.
How many class hours a week does HIST30004 have?
2.5 h a week in class
Can I take HIST30004 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 HIST30004?
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Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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