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Master of Aboriginal Studies
Adelaide University, Adelaide, SA, Australia
About this program
Adelaide University's Master of Aboriginal Studies is a two-year degree in Adelaide that centres First Nations knowledges, pedagogies and voices, and is open to graduates of any discipline. Students explore Aboriginal history, cultures, politics and education in relation to health, law, the environment, policy and research, and complete a significant research project in an area of interest. Graduates apply this understanding in policy, education, research and community roles.
Fees & duration
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Course structure
Study plan in 4 parts
Year 1, Semester 1
6 units- 6 unitsIndigenous Perspectives on Globalisation
- 6 unitsLaw and Land
- 6 unitsAboriginal Health and Wellbeing
- Cultural Competency: Challenging Racism in Australian and Indigenous Contexts
Year 1, Semester 2
6 units- 6 unitsAboriginal Futures
- 6 unitsAustralian Indigenous Languages, Identity and Belonging
- 6 unitsAboriginal Studies Master Class
- Rebuilding Aboriginal Nations
Year 2, Semester 1
- 12 unitsResearch Thesis 1
- 6 unitsPitjantjatjara Culture and Language
- Program electives
Year 2, Semester 2
12 units- 12 unitsResearch Thesis 2
- Aboriginal Research Methods and Ethics
Admissions
A completed bachelor (AQF level 7) or bachelor honours (AQF level 8) degree or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution; OR A completed nested or related graduate certificate (AQF level 8) or higher or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution.
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