University of Tasmania
Minimum 1 year, up to a maximum of 3 years
The Murina Program is a culturally-grounded enabling pathway for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students preparing for university study. Through blended learning, storytelling, and on-country experiences, students develop academic skills while strengthening cultural knowledge and resilience.
Students must be Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and meet eligibility and suitability requirements determined through discussion with the Murina Coordinator via an Expression of Interest (EOI) form. Specific eligibility guidelines are available from the program coordinator. No formal academic prerequisites are required, as this is a preparatory program designed to support students transitioning to university study.
The program comprises core units including tunapri milaythina 1 and 2, which explore Tasmanian Aboriginal history, culture, and self-determination from pre-contact to contemporary times. Students also select from elective units covering university preparation skills: Learning at University (self-management and academic strategies), Writing in Practice (critical reading and academic writing), Numeracy and Data in Practice (quantitative analysis and research methodologies), Communication Skills in Practice (workplace and community communication), and UPP Project A (guided research project application). All learning is delivered through a Tasmanian Aboriginal lens incorporating narrative approaches, storytelling, and yarning practices.
The University of Tasmania's Riawunna Centre for Aboriginal Education brings deep expertise in supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander student success. The program combines rigorous academic preparation with cultural affirmation and community connection, offering wrap-around support services, on-country experiences, and access to Aboriginal speakers and community leaders. This integrated approach recognizes both Western and Aboriginal knowledge systems, providing students with the confidence and resilience needed for university success.
Upon successful completion of the Murina Program, students are positioned to transition into undergraduate degree programs at the University of Tasmania across various disciplines. The program prepares students for academic success in university-level study while strengthening their cultural identity and connection to country. Graduates develop skills applicable to diverse career pathways and vocational goals, with ongoing support from the Riawunna Centre throughout their university journey.
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