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Bachelor of Indigenous Knowledge

Southern Cross University

Program Overview

Southern Cross University is renowned for its commitment to Indigenous education. The Bachelor of Indigenous Knowledge is an important part of that dedication towards better environmental, social and economic outcomes.
 

The course generates greater understanding of Indigenous world views, by exploring histories, knowledge systems, determinants of health and wellbeing and ways of living, in a culturally diverse and supportive environment. You will build theoretical and practical capability in areas including cultural protocols and Indigenous ways of knowing and being. You'll learn to engage with communities and work towards better environmental, social and economic outcomes. You can focus your degree with a major in Indigenous Knowledge or choose a shared major from disciplines across the University. 
 

Graduates may consider diverse career opportunities in government, commercial or social enterprise, land management, Indigenous tourism, and Aboriginal, family or environmental health.
 

Eligible graduates can also apply for further study through Honours and other postgraduate programs.

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  Location

Coffs HarbourAustralia

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  Course Duration

36 Months

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  Tuition Fee

AU$ 28,000

 Score

IELTS: 6 TOEFL: 60

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Core Units

   

 

INDG1006

Indigenous Scholarship

   

 

INDG1002

Indigenous Knowledge

   

 

INDG1004

Aboriginal Cultural Strengths

   

 

INDG2005

Working with Aboriginal Communities I (Professional Engagement)                        

   

 

INDG3002

Independent Study: Indigenous Research Project

   

 

INDG1001

Indigenous World-Views

   

 

INDG1009

Colonising Histories

   

 

INDG2012

Indigenous Rights

   

 

INDG1003

The Mental Health of Australian Indigenous Peoples

   

 

INDG2001

Health and Indigenous Australian Peoples

   

 

INDG2003

Country, Culture and Heritage

   

 

INDG1011

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Legal Issues

   

 

INDG3004

Indigenous Australians in Education

   

 

INDG3001

Caring for Country

   

 

INDG2015

Aboriginal Social Enterprise I

   

 

INDG2010

Indigenous Health Promotion I

Language requirements

English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this course are as follows

Overall    6.0

Tuition Fees

Fees for the whole year is 
$28,000

Career opportunities exist in project management or administration with Indigenous, government or community-based organisations, especially those with a focus on Indigenous issues. Typical career sectors include: health services, paralegal work, social welfare, environmental management, education or business.

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