ABOR1901

Aboriginal Studies

10 Units 1000 Level Course

Available in 2014

Callaghan Campus Semester 1

Previously offered in 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004

An introduction to Aboriginal studies, focusing either on current issues or on traditional Aboriginal societies

Objectives 1. To develop foundation level knowledge on Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
2. To provide an insight into traditional Australia before Cook
3. To provide the foundation for future knowledge relating to contact and contemporary Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander issues
4. To provide an understanding of the diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and people
5. To enhance written and oral communication ability in English
Content The course will focus either on contemporary issues in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander studies, or on traditional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander studies. Topics will be selected from the following: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander life from traditional society pre-invasion, through the invasion and contact period, contemporary issues in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander affairs, issues of traditional life-style, custom and law and the effects of invasion including genocide, alienation from land, protection, assimilation, integration, self-determination and reconciliation policies, practices and outcomes, the life cycle, kinship, control, economic systems and lifestyle practices of traditional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander societies.
Replacing Course(s) Nil
Transition Nil
Industrial Experience 0
Assumed Knowledge Nil
Modes of Delivery Internal Mode
Teaching Methods Lecture
Tutorial
Assessment Items
Examination: Class In-class test - 15%
Essays / Written Assignments Three written assessments totaling 1500 words - 60%
Presentations - Individual Oral presentation - 25%
Contact Hours Lecture: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Tutorial: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Compulsory Components
Requisite by Enrolment This course is only available to students enrolled in the Study Abroad or Student Exchange programs.
Timetables 2014 Course Timetables for ABOR1901