Curtin University
This undergraduate major provides comprehensive knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity, history, and cultural perspectives through on-Country experiences and expert instruction. Ideal for students seeking careers in Indigenous affairs, cultural consultation, heritage management, or community engagement across government, private, and Indigenous organisations.
To study this major, you must apply for one of the eligible degrees (Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Innovation double degree). Standard undergraduate entry requirements apply, including ATAR pathway, UniReady Enabling Program, portfolio entry, or other recognized pathways. You can enrol in this major either at the start of your degree or later in your studies. English language proficiency is required for international students.
The major covers key components of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity and explores cross-cultural and Indigenous ways of seeing and knowing. You'll gain understanding of Indigenous Australian communities and worldviews, contrasting these with dominant worldviews. The curriculum examines events and ideas leading to colonial, political, and ideological structures, and teaches how to challenge dominant discourses of development including the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. You'll explore the significance of land and sea in Indigenous Australian culture, learn to appraise sacred and significant sites within local and global contexts, and develop cultural competencies for engaging with Indigenous artists and communities.
Curtin University offers exceptional advantages for studying Indigenous Australian Culture through its renowned Centre for Aboriginal Studies, strong engagement with Indigenous community organisations, and faculty taught by experts in Indigenous cultural perspectives and Custodian viewpoints. The university provides authentic on-Country experiences and significant site visits, ensuring students gain practical, culturally-grounded knowledge. Curtin's commitment to partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as First Custodians and Owners of the lands where campuses operate demonstrates genuine institutional dedication to Indigenous education and perspectives.
Graduates develop skills for diverse professional roles across government departments, private sector organisations, and Indigenous organisations. Career pathways include Aboriginal support officer/consultant, Indigenous culture consultant, heritage consultant, tourism and travel consultant, curator, museum officer/consultant, and TAFE teacher (with additional teaching qualification). Opportunities span industries including arts, tourism, regional development, health, mining and energy, education, and foreign affairs, positioning graduates to make meaningful contributions to Indigenous communities and broader society.
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