Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies provides students with the opportunity to develop knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal Peoples, histories and cultures.

The course is designed to be inclusive of all students and be of value to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and non-Aboriginal students.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies is a 100 or 200 hour school developed elective. This course will not appear on the RoSA, it will be reported on the school Semester One and Semester Two reports using the Common Grade Scale.

·         Aboriginal Identities

·      Aboriginal Self-Determination and Autonomy

·      Aboriginal Enterprises and Organisations

·      Aboriginal Peoples and the Visual Arts

·      Aboriginal Peoples and the Performing Arts

·      Aboriginal Peoples and the Media

·      Aboriginal Peoples and Oral and Written Expression

·      Aboriginal Peoples and Film and Television

·      Aboriginal Peoples and Technologies

·      Aboriginal People and Sport

·      Aboriginal Peoples’ Interaction with Legal and Political Systems

Students will develop ethical research skills and recognise the importance of applying community consultation protocols including in relation to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural and intellectual property. In their research, Students develop understanding and experience of a variety of appropriate information and communication technologies. In these ways students can become active and informed advocates for a just and inclusive society.