HIST30066 Cold War Cultures in Asia

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

Is HIST30066 hard?

HIST30066: 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 the Cold War shaped culture across Asia, from music and sport to protest and consumption, and how Asia shaped it.

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What you need first

None

How it’s assessed

Assignments 35%, Reports and essays 65%

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Quick answers

When is HIST30066 offered?
Runs in 2026: Semester 1.
What do I need before taking HIST30066?
No prerequisites.
Does HIST30066 have a final exam?
No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Assignments 35%, Reports and essays 65%.
How many class hours a week does HIST30066 have?
2.5 h a week in class
Can I take HIST30066 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 HIST30066?
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Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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