This article discusses the conceptualisation, organisation and philosophical orientation of academic history culture in UK higher education. It problematises the extent to which a dominant history culture in UK universities implies and uncritically reproduces normative understandings about the subject; about its epistemological standing,…

In this article, the author provides a personal narrative of his experiences as an overseas visitor to Australia, and his decision to become a permanent resident (and ultimately an Australian citizen). He also reflects on his attendances at various conferences and his membership in the Philosophy of Education Society of Australasia (PESA).