The aim of the Bachelor of Social Science (Indigenous Services) course is to provide academic pathways leading to appropriate qualifications for a range of occupations relevant to Indigenous people.  The Bachelor of Social Science award will be granted after the successful completion of the equivalent of three years of study.  Students who have completed an equivalent year of study and are not continuing their study program, may apply for an interim award, which must be surrended on re-enrolment.

University Diploma in Indigenous Services: on completion of eight units (8 x 15 = 120 Credit Points).

Bachelor of Social Science (Indigenous Services): on completion of all twenty four units (24 x 15 = 360 Credit Points).

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

The course is open to all students who have attained one of the following admission requirements:

1. TEE University Entrance Score
2. Mature Age Entrance Score
3. Direct admission as a result of Aboriginal Student Intake Test
4. Aboriginal Pre-Tertiary Course graduates (e.g., IUOC)
5. An appropriate TAFE qualification
6. Recognised Prior Experience and Learning Score (RPE/RPL)

COURSE LOCATION AND MODES OF STUDY

The course will be available internally on the Mount Lawley and Bunbury campuses (where enrolment allow). It is also available externally, with supporting on-campus study blocks, and through off-campus regional 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 ten units in the Major 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

The degree course comprises twenty-four units (24 x 15 = 360 Credit Points).  The degree includes a Major in Indigenous Services, which constitutes a sequence of six Professional Service units, which include Practicums, and four additional units. In addition, students must select a Minor of six units and/or a Supporting Major  from any School in the University.