HPSC30038 Exploring Digital Realities
University of Melbourne · Level 3 · 12.5 points · Not running in 2026.
- No final exam: all coursework
Is HPSC30038 hard?
HPSC30038: About average. Not counted by Bachelor of Science, so it isn't on its lists. Makes it easier: No final exam. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.
What you learn
How digital life shapes reality: internet history, going viral, deepfakes, chatbots, smart devices and the inequalities tech can deepen.
After it you can
- Place today's internet in historical context
- Analyse case studies of digital culture
- Question who benefits from new technology
What you need first
None
How it’s assessed
Assignments 20%, Reports and essays 80%
Student reviews and ratings
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Quick answers
- When is HPSC30038 offered?
- Not running in 2026.
- What do I need before taking HPSC30038?
- No prerequisites.
- Does HPSC30038 have a final exam?
- No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Assignments 20%, Reports and essays 80%.
- Can I take HPSC30038 as breadth?
- No, it isn’t listed as breadth for any course.
- Can I rate HPSC30038?
- Yes. If you've taken it, rate it anonymously on this page (difficulty, workload, marking, would you recommend it) and leave a tip for next year's students. Averages show once 3 students have rated it; tips are checked before they appear.
Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026
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