HPSC30034 Magic, Reason and Science, 1450-1750

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

Is HPSC30034 hard?

HPSC30034: About average. Makes it easier: No final exam. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.

What you learn

How magic, from alchemy to demonology, fed into the rise of modern science in Europe between 1450 and 1750.

After it you can

What you need first

None

How it’s assessed

Presentations 70%, Reports and essays 30%

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Quick answers

When is HPSC30034 offered?
Runs in 2026: Semester 1.
What do I need before taking HPSC30034?
No prerequisites.
Does HPSC30034 have a final exam?
No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Presentations 70%, Reports and essays 30%.
How many class hours a week does HPSC30034 have?
3 h a week in class
Can I take HPSC30034 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 HPSC30034?
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Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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