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 166-010 Introduction to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies

Note

Formally available as 131-120. Students who have completed 131-120 are not eligible to enrol in this subject.

Availability

1st year

Credit Points

12.5

Coordinator

Sonia Smallacombe

Semester

1 (view timetable)

Contact

One 2-hour lecture and a 1-hour tutorial per week

Subject Description

A general introductory history of indigenous/non-indigenous relations in Australia, with particular reference to Victoria, together with an overview of indigenous cultures (including cultural production) and a summary of the principal social issues currently confronting indigenous people in Australia. Students who complete this subject should be able to demonstrate a general grasp of the history of indigenous/non-indigenous relations in Australia since 1788, with particular reference to Victoria; demonstrate a basic knowledge of the diversity of indigenous cultures in Australia; demonstrate an awareness of the major issues which currently confront indigenous societies in Australia.

Assessment

Written work totalling 4000 words.



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