Course overview
This course aims to investigate cross-cultural relations between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people, from the pre-colonial era to the present. Focussing on British occupation of Australia and using South Australia as a case study, it examines and looks beyond the frontiers of European occupation. The course aims to deepen understandings of settler and Aboriginal identity, conflict and co-existence in historical and contemporary Australia.
Course learning outcomes
- Locate, contextualise and critically evaluate a range of primary, secondary, textual and visual sources relevant to Australia’s Aboriginal/settler history
- Demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively and to summarise, synthesise and communicate different perspectives – individually and in groups, in written and verbal form
- Relate developments and concepts in the historiography of Australia’s frontier to an ethical understanding of the social, cultural and political circumstances of colonial, twentieth century and contemporary Australia
- Develop research and historical skills conducive to career readiness including information technology skills, collaborative and self-directed problem-solving skills, sensitivity to ethical and intercultural issues, and an ability to contribute to cross-cultural understanding and conciliation
Degree list
The following degrees include this course