Indigenous Studies

USQ's Bachelor of Arts (Indigenous Studies) will give you an understanding of Australian Indigenous perspectives and ways of thinking. You will learn about Indigenous issues and elements that have shaped and influenced Indigenous communities in Australia.

Whether you have a personal desire to get a better understanding of Indigenous issues or wish to pursue a career in this area, the Bachelor of Arts (Indigenous Studies) can unlock the door to a multitude of options.

Program structure

COMBINATION 1

Courses to be studiedUnits

Core courses4

Plus 2 x 8-unit Major16

Plus 1 x 4-unit Minor4

Or 4 x Electives

Total24

COMBINATION 2

Courses to be studiedUnits

Core courses4

Plus 1 x 8-unit Major8

Plus 1 x 12-unit Interdisciplinary Major12

Total24

COMBINATION 3

Courses to be studiedUnits

Core courses4

Plus 1 x 8-unit Major8

Plus 3 x 4-unit Minors12

Or another grouping of Minors and Electives

Total24

Course codeCourse name

Core courses:

CMS1000Communication and Scholarship

EDC2200Indigenous Perspectives

HMT1000History of Western Ideas

HMT2000Ethical Issues and Human Rights

Indigenous Studies Major:

ANT3000Archaeology of Indigenous Australia1

ANT3006Indigenous Peoples in the Nation State2

HIS2001Race Relations in Australian History

KNL1001Indigenous Cultural Identity

KNL1002Torres Strait Islander Studies

KNL2001Indigenous Knowledge and Australian Heritage 

KNL3001Indigenous Australian Cultures and Communities

PSY1030Cross-Cultural and Indigenous Psychology

Footnotes

1 Offered in even-numbered years (2014 etc).
2 Offered in odd-numbered years (2013 etc).

Entry requirements

• Year 12 English (4 SA) or equivalent

English Language Requirements

Domestic and international students from a non-English speaking background are required to satisfy English Language requirements. This program requires a minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

OP/Rank

The 2014 OP/Rank for this program is: 16/64

International entry requirements

English Language Requirements

Domestic and international students from a non-English speaking background are required to satisfy English Language requirements. This program requires a minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

Pre-requisites

Year 12 Senior Certificate or equivalent from a recognised institution. Find your country's level of qualificationand minimum entry requirements for this program.

You may be able to apply for scholarships to help with your study costs.