Indigenous Studies courses
These courses are designed for students who wish to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of the history, culture, environment, issues, law and politics of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
A specially designed subject, Linking Indigenousness, includes field trips to traditional Indigenous lands and communities. This subject provides opportunities to experience first hand the diversity of Indigenous Australian communities.
Students who specialise in media and public relations in Townsville have access to the School of Indigenous Australian Studies’ purpose built media centre, with excellent digital facilities including a television studio, video editing suites, radio studios and print production rooms.
Advanced Diploma of Indigenous Studies
Duration: 2 years full time
Mode: internal/external; full or part time
Campus: Townsville
Bachelor of Indigenous Studies
Duration: 3 years full time
Mode: internal; full or part time
Campus: Townsville; Cairns
Bachelor of Arts (Indigenous Australian Studies)
Duration: 3 years full time
Mode: internal; full or part time
Campus: Townsville; Cairns
These courses equip Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples to work in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander affairs. Career pathways would include private sector, Indigenous community organisations and government departments. The courses are offered to both Indigenous and non-Indigenous students and recognise the significance of Indigenous languages, histories and cultures as an important part of the heritage of all Australians.
The Bachelor of Indigenous Studies is characterised by its diversity and flexibility. Students undertaking this course may specialise in one of the following areas:
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community development and family wellbeing
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Indigenous political contexts
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Indigenous worldviews, identity and knowledge
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languages and literature (Townsville only)
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media and public relations (Townsville only)
For further information about these courses, contact SIAS or visit Coursefinder.
