Introduction to Aboriginal Studies
Description
This course will provide students with a knowledge of traditional Aboriginal society, imperialism and the effects of colonisation, contribution of Aboriginal people to society, government policies and practices, stolen generation, Aboriginal health, housing, employment and reconciliation.
All ABOR courses are constructed with the Wollotuka Institute's Cultural Standards Framework.
Availability
Ourimbah
- Semester 1 - 2016
- Semester 2 - 2016
- Semester 1 - 2017
- Semester 2 - 2017
Callaghan
- Semester 1 - 2016
- Semester 2 - 2016
- Semester 1 - 2017
- Semester 2 - 2017
On-Line from Callaghan
- Semester 1 - 2016
- Semester 2 - 2016
- Semester 1 - 2017
- Semester 2 - 2017
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. An introductory knowledge of traditional Aboriginal society and culture prior to colonisation.
2. Awareness into the early colonial period with a particular focus on frontier conflict and dispossession.
3. Fundamental understanding of colonial policy and practice toward Aboriginal Peoples.
4. Introductory understanding of contemporary issues pertaining to education, health, housing and employment.
5. An introductory knowledge of inequities experienced by Aboriginal People past and present.
6. An introductory level of critical thinking, debating and political awareness.
7. Written and oral communication skills.
8. Comprehension of key terms and themes.
Content
The topics taught is the course includes traditional life, imperialism, colonisation, contribution of Aboriginal people to Australian society, government policy, education, employment, health, land rights and reconciliation.
Assessment Items
Presentation: Oral and written Presentation
Essay: Major Essay
In Term Test: Online Exam
Contact Hours
Callaghan, Ourimbah and On-Line from Callaghan
Lecture
Face to Face On Campus 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Tutorial
Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term