Aboriginal Studies

  • This course is offered as a 200 hour elective.

  • This course is offered as a 100 hour elective.

This course will suit students wishing to learn more about Aboriginal experiences in Australia and how important these are for all Australians.

Objectives of the course are:

1. develop a knowledge of aspects of Aboriginal cultures.

2. recognise key similarities and differences among Aboriginal cultures.

3. recognise similarities and differences between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal cultures in Australia.

4. understand the broad outline of Aboriginal historical experience and its relevance to the emergence of an Aboriginal identity.

5. develop an understanding of the concept of Aboriginality in a multicultural Australia.

6. appreciate the contribution of Aboriginal people to Australian Society.


The Course Topics

Year 9 - 2023

Module A 100 hours

· Aboriginal Identities

· Aboriginal Visual Arts

· Aboriginal Performing Arts

· Aboriginal Peoples and the Media

Year 10 - 2023

Module B 100 hours

· Aboriginal Autonomy

· Aboriginal Film & Television

· Aboriginal Peoples and Sport

· Aboriginal Interaction with the Legal & Political System