The University of Melbourne
Bachelor of Arts (Indigenous Studies)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe Indigenous Studies major prepare students for entry into the increasing number of fields in which Indigenous people and cultures participate. It offers unique perspectives on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and culture. Themes include Indigenous cultural production, key thinkers and concepts, settler and Indigenous environmental ethics, Aboriginal women and colonialism, Indigenous health, and issues relating to land, law and philosophy.
Indigenous Studies prepares students for large range of careers as Indigenous participation and issues become increasingly embedded in all aspects of industry, small business, government, health, law, the arts, media, and education at primary, secondary and tertiary levels. Indigenous studies will give Indigenous and non-Indigenous students an edge.
Delivery mode
The University of Melbourne offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- Grattan Street, Parkville
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
All applicants to the University of Melbourne must satisfy the English language requirements, you can satisfy the English language requirements in a number of ways. If you have an English-speaking background or education, you need to check that you meet our requirements here. If you are not from an English-speaking background or education, you need to meet the English Language requirements through IELTS, TOEFL, Pearson Test of English (academic) or Cambridge English (CAE)
English Language Proficiency:
- Units 3 & 4: A study score of at least 25 in English/English Language/ Literature or at least 30 in EAL.
- TOEFL Internet-based test: total score of at least 79.
- IELTS: total score of at least 6.5.
- Pearson Test of English Academic: overall score of at least 58.
- Cambridge English, Advanced/Certificate in Advanced English (CAE): Cambridge English Score of at least 176 with no skill below 169.
- C2 Proficiency of at least 180 with no skill below 180.
Admission Criteria:
- Completed secondary education recently (within the past two years).
- Completed some or all of a higher education qualification.
- Completed some or all of a VET qualification, Diploma or Advanced Diploma level
- Applicants with work and/or life experience.
Course fees
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