Indigenous studies (Bachelor of Health Sciences/Bachelor of Arts)

Minor

Overview

This Indigenous Studies sequence will build understanding, recognition and validity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander's ways of Valuing, Being, Knowing and Doing. Completing this sequence of study will facilitate a deeper understanding of ourselves and Australia's multiple histories to foster productive and meaningful relationships in culturally diverse communities, especially with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. 

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Key information

Unit set code

MJ-A000074 (major)

MN-A000074 (minor)

Campuses

Online~

Career outcomes

Completion of Indigenous Studies will enable graduates to respectfully collaborate and work alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and their communities. Culturally responsive graduates can apply these skills and practices to a wide range of services, including education, creative industries, and health and community services.

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Units

  • To complete a Major sequence in Indigenous Studies select eight (8) credit points as outlined below;
  • To complete a Minor sequence in Indigenous Studies select any four (4) credit points from below, including no more than one (1) credit point at level one, and at least one (1) credit point at level 3.

Complete 8 units from:

  • Introduction to Aboriginal Studies
  • Aboriginal Australian Stories and Songlines
  • Caring for Country
  • Australian Aboriginal Holistic Health and Healing
  • Global Indigenous Knowledges and Philosophies
  • Indigeneity and the Media
  • Politics of Resistance in Indigenous Australia
  • Working Alongside Aboriginal Communities
  • ~ The Indigenous Studies major sequence is offered in the online mode only. International on-campus students must first seek approval from Student Central with a course map plan to ensure they do not exceed one-third (or equivalent) of their course completed online and meet all other course and enrolment rules.