Bachelor of Arts - Indigenous Knowledge, History and Heritage
- 3 years
- Duration
- 48,300 AUD/year
- Price
- Rolling admission
- Start
- Rolling admission
- Deadline
- Bachelor
- Degree
- Campus
- Format
- Perth / Australia
- Location
Program description
Indigenous Knowledge, History, and Heritage is an interdisciplinary major that teaches Indigenous Australian history, culture, and philosophy. Indigenous philosophy will be examined.
The units allow you to critically engage with themes across disciplines and connect to contemporary Australian societal issues. The major provides a solid foundation in Aboriginal knowledge systems and Western disciplinary frameworks about Indigenous peoples.
The main idea is to let students critically interact with Aboriginal voices. The major will be taught interactively with Indigenous people, community Elders, and other speakers.
The course involves fieldwork, intensives, and experiential activities. Community and family histories, art, poetry, and movies will all be covered. Indigenous knowledge is applicable to all subjects and disciplines because it offers a new perspective on the world.
Program structure
Level 1
Core (take all units — 12 points):
- INDG1150 Aboriginal Encounters: Strangers in our Backyard (6)
- INDG1160 Boodjar Moort Katitjin: Introduction to Indigenous Heritage and Knowledge (6)
Level 2
Core (take all units — 6 points):
- INDG2300 Indigenous Knowledge: Mind, Body and Spirit (6)
Option (take unit(s) to the value of 12 points):
- ARTF2000 Curatorial Practices in Contemporary Arts (6)
- INDG2500 Moving North: Colonisation and Resistance in Western Australia (6)
- INDG2600 Indigenous Representation: Cultural Heritage and The Museum (6)
- INDG2700 Knowing Country: The Dreaming and Darwin (6)
- INDG2800 Indigenous Ways of Knowing 2 (Intermediate) (6)
- LAWS2225 Indigenous Peoples and the Law (6)
Level 3
Core (take all units — 6 points):
- INDG3300 Indigenous Research (6)
Option (take unit(s) to the value of 12 points):
- HIST3014 Intimate Strangers: Journeys in Indigenous Australian History (6)
- INDG3400 Indigenous People and Global Issues (6)
- INDG3800 Indigenous Ways of Knowing 3 (Advanced) (6)
Price
- Tuition fee — 48,300 AUD per year.
A standard full time enrolment of 48 points per year equals 1 EFTSL (1 EFTSL is the Equivalent Full Time Study Load). If you enrol in more or less than 48 credit points per year, your yearly annual fee may be different. Tuition fees are reviewed annually and are subject to increase, as outlined in the UWA Acceptance Contract.
Requirements for applicants
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have
- achieved an ATAR of at least 75, or equivalent as recognised by UWA or
- an assured pathway offer or
- achieved a score of at least 100 in UWA's experienced based entry assessment or
- a place in a relevant UWA access program.
English competency
- Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.
For more information on requirements, please contact your Edumapple manager.
About the university
With a founding purpose to "advance the prosperity and welfare of communities," the University of the State was established in 1911 and opened its doors in 1913 to a small student body of 184. More than 28,000 students hailing from 115 different countries are now enrolled.
In the realms of education, research, and student success, UWA has been at the forefront of groundbreaking innovations since its inception. However, a university is more than just a place to get a degree and do research.
Throughout Western Australia, the country, and the globe, UWA has played an important role in advancing knowledge, culture, and the economy for over a century.
As the sole institution in Western Australia to be ranked in the top 100 globally, UWA has earned praise for its creative curricula, strong ties to local businesses, dedication to the student experience, and groundbreaking research.
Choosing to study at UWA means becoming a member of a community that has a reputation for leading good change, both locally and globally. You will also become part of a network of dedicated and innovative leaders who are determined to make a difference.
