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 166-010 Introduction to Indigenous Studies

Note

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

Credit Points

12.5

HECS Band

1

Coordinator

Sonia Smallacombe

Semester

1 (view timetable)

Contact

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

Subject Description

This subject provides a contemporary overview of the social and political situations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in Australia and how these situations are influenced by indigenous and non-indigenous relations. A major focus will be on the current Federal Government policy of self-determination and whether this policy advances, impedes or assimilates the aspirations of indigenous Australians in the areas of health, education, landrights and the arts. On completion of this subject students should demonstrate a general grasp of the history of indigenous/non-indigenous relations in Australia and a basic knowledge of the diversity of indigenous cultures in Australia. Students should also have an awareness of the major issues which currently confront indigenous societies in Australia.

Assessment

Written work totalling 4000 words.



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