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The three year course leading to the Bachelor of Arts (Aboriginal Studies) introduces students, both Indigenous and non-Indigenous, to the theme of Aboriginality - Aboriginal discourses, Aboriginal knowledges, Aboriginal perspectives, Aboriginal experiences and Aboriginal ways. The course provides methodologies for the analytical study of Aboriginal cultures and societies within the broad context of Australia. It covers both contemporary and traditional issues, and the processes of cultural change. The course is relevant for people working in human services areas, Aboriginal organisations and a range of government and non-government fields. All units within the course are available as Electives to students across the University.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS The course is open to all students who have attained one of the following admission requirements:
COURSE LOCATION AND MODE OF STUDY The course is available by full-time or part-time study internally on Mount Lawley campus or externally. Indigenous students can also study through off campus centres, regional and satellite centres.
CULTURALLY APPROPRIATE KNOWLEDGE Major reports on Indigenous education recommend that Indigenous students be exposed to culturally appropriate knowledge during their studies. Students acquire such knowledge studying the eight unit Major in this degree.
ABSTUDY AND STUDENT SUPPORT Indigenous students may be eligible for financial assistance through ABSTUDY. All Indigenous students can access counselling, academic skills advice and ATAS tutoring through the School.
COURSE STRUCTURE To satisfy all requirements for the Bachelor of Arts award, students must complete twenty-four units (24 x 15 = 360 Credit Points). The award comprises:
Within this structure students may incorporate up to a maximum of ten first year units. The Bachelor of Arts (Aboriginal Studies) Major of eight units (8 x 15 = 120 Credit Points) comprises of ACS and IAS coded units. |
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Last Updated - Higher Education: 18/11/2004