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Indigenous specialisation

Enrol now in Indigenous Specialisation electives for 2012.

Part of the Keelbundoora Scarred Tree and Heritage Trail at RMIT's Bundoora West Campus.

Thinking about which electives to choose for 2012?

Consider specialising in Indigenous Studies.

What is the Indigenous Specialisation?

The Indigenous Specialisation is a collection of Indigenous-themed courses which provides students with an understanding of the cultural, historical and contemporary frameworks that have shaped the lives of indigenous people in Australia and globally.

It is an interdisciplinary program which brings together courses on history, cultural diversity, human rights and land management. These, in combination with several fieldwork courses, provide students with the experience and knowledge to work in partnership with indigenous peoples in culturally appropriate ways.

Who can take these electives?

The Specialisation is open to all undergraduate students at RMIT University who have four electives available within their degree Specialisation structure. All students are eligible to undertake one or more of these courses without electing to complete the Indigenous Specialisation.

Participants are required to complete four Indigenous studies electives during their study program in order to receive formal recognition of the Indigenous Specialisation on their academic transcripts.

Undergraduate electives

• Indigenous Studies (HUSO 1296)
• Indigenous Peoples and the Environment (ENVI 1048)
• Applied Human Rights and Indigenous Peoples (HUSO 2301)
• The Lurujarri Dreaming Trail (ARCH 1153)
• Understanding Diversity and Difference (TCHE 2331)
• Heritage Planning: Indigenous and Post-Colonial (HUSO 1215)

Postgraduate electives

• Applied Human Rights and Indigenous Peoples (HUSO 2295)
• Indigenous Land Use (HUSO 2066)
• Legal Clinical Practice (LAW 2434)

What are the learning outcomes, career opportunities and benefits of studying these electives?

An appreciation of the socio-economic, cultural and political contexts facing indigenous peoples will enable students to participate in policy debates, program development and community engagement in an informed and culturally sensitive manner.

These electives will enable students to demonstrate an understanding of diversity and its benefit in the global economy, and provide them with the skills to create a human rights culture within their organisations.

The knowledge gained through the Indigenous Specialisation will provide students with a wide range of career opportunities, including in government, non-government organisations, education, natural resource and cultural heritage management, as well as health and community services.

How do I enroll?

Enrol now via Enrolment Online

Students are responsible for ensuring they are eligible to enrol into their chosen course.

For more information, please contact John Whyte.

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