EPABOR158
10 units
level
Course handbook
Description
This course assists in the development of a comprehensive knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, cultures and histories through Australia's development. The course content covers the early years of the interactions between the British and Aboriginal peoples through to the Federation of Australia and its aftermath, but is taught from an Aboriginal studies lens.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Callaghan
- Semester 1 - 2024
Ourimbah
- Semester 1 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Develop an understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity, histories and cultural heritage.
2. Disseminate introductory level information about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and their historical relations with non-Indigenous Australians.
3. Describe the range of ideas about treatment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
4. Research unfamiliar topics using a range of research tools.
Content
Students will examine Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, examining issues such as identity, cultural heritage, family structures, invasion and changing lifestyles.
Assessment items
Written Assignment: Library Research and Essay Plan
Annotated Bibliography: Annotated Bibliography
Presentation: Oral presentation
Essay: Essay
Contact hours
Semester 1 - 2024 - Callaghan
Lecture-1
- Face to Face On Campus 1 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
Tutorial-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 11 week(s) starting in week 2
Semester 1 - 2024 - Ourimbah
Lecture-1
- Face to Face On Campus 1 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
Tutorial-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 11 week(s) starting in week 2
Course outline
- EPABOR158 - Semester 1, 2024 (Callaghan) (PDF, 315.7 KB)
- EPABOR158 - Semester 1, 2024 (Centralcst) (PDF, 315.4 KB)
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.