Indigenous Studies (11898.1)

Please note these are the 2027 details for this unit
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Indigenous Studies
Available teaching periods Delivery mode Location
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 UC College, Bruce, ACT
EFTSL Credit points Faculty
0.125 3
Discipline Study level HECS Bands
University Of Canberra College Level 1 - Undergraduate Introductory Unit Band 2 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021)
Band 4 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021)
Band 4 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan Social Work_Exclude 0905)
Students undertake an exploration of key concepts in Indigenous studies, including Indigenous experiences and histories, Indigenous world views, Indigenous philosophies, and inequalities and privileges.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
1. Examine international Indigenous histories and experiences and their relationship to Australian contexts;
2. Describe different world views and perspectives of Indigenous groups and the diverse nature of Indigenous identity;
3. Identify how and why Indigenous knowledges, thought and philosophies are influencing society today; and
4. Reflect on systemic social, health and economic inequities faced by Indigenous groups, and understand discourse on privilege.


Graduate attributes

1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
2. UC graduates are global citizens - communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings
2. UC graduates are global citizens - understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures
4. UC graduates are able to demonstrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of knowing, being and doing - apply their knowledge to working with Indigenous Australians in socially just ways
4. UC graduates are able to demonstrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of knowing, being and doing - use Indigenous histories and traditional ecological knowledge to develop and augment understanding of their discipline


Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

Enrolment in 100CC University of Canberra International Foundation Studies.

Incompatible units

None.

Equivalent units

None.

Assumed knowledge

None.
Availability for enrolment in 2027 is subject to change and may not be confirmed until closer to the teaching start date.
Year Location Teaching period Teaching start date Delivery mode Unit convener
2026 UC College, Bruce, ACT UC College Trimester 1 02 March 2026 On-campus Mr Saeed Uz Zaman Khan
2027 UC College, Bruce, ACT UC College Trimester 1 01 March 2027 On-campus Mr Saeed Uz Zaman Khan
The information provided should be used as a guide only. Timetables may not be finalised until week 2 of the teaching period and are subject to change. Search for the unit timetable.

Required texts

Required reading:

Rickard, J. (2017) Australia: a cultural history. Third edition. Clayton, Victoria, Australia; Monash University Publishing.

Recommended reading:

Germov, J. (2011) Public sociology: an introduction to Australian society. 2nd ed. Crows Nest, N.S.W.:, Allen & Unwin.

Canvas will have links to relevant reading material.

Submission of assessment items

Extensions & Late submissions

Please ensure that requested extensions for submission of assignments are before the due date and on the required form which is also included in Canvas in Modules under 'Student Resources' or found in MyUC under 'Online forms'. 

Special assessment requirements

To satisfactorily complete this unit, students must:

• attempt ALL assessment task, and

• achieve 50% overall, and

Upon meeting these requirements students will awarded one of the following grade:

High Distinction HD 85-100

Distinction DI 75-84

Credit CR 65-74

Pass P 50-64

In the event that the student receives a FAIL grade (below 50), one of the following may be used in the final grading:

NX – Fail result based on failure to reach a pass grade in the unit having completed all assessment.

NC - Fail result based on failure to complete one or more of the assessment requirements.

NN - Fail result based on non-participation.

Others include:

WH - Withheld result

Students must apply academic integrity in their learning and research activities at UC. This includes submitting authentic and original work for assessments and properly acknowledging any sources used.

Academic integrity involves the ethical, honest and responsible use, creation and sharing of information. It is critical to the quality of higher education. Our academic integrity values are honesty, trust, fairness, respect, responsibility and courage.

UC students have to complete the Academic Integrity Module annually to learn about academic integrity and to understand the consequences of academic integrity breaches (or academic misconduct).

UC uses various strategies and systems, including detection software, to identify potential breaches of academic integrity. Suspected breaches may be investigated, and action can be taken when misconduct is found to have occurred.

Information is provided in the Academic Integrity Policy, Academic Integrity Procedure, and University of Canberra (Student Conduct) Rules 2023. For further advice, visit Study Skills.

Participation requirements

Please remember that International Foundations Studies students are required to attend 80% of classes.  

Required IT skills

Students need access to a Laptop or a Desktop computer, and the internet.

In-unit costs

Please speak with UC College Student administration team.

Work placement, internships or practicums

None

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