Aboriginal Cultures

Undergraduate | 2026

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Your studies will be on-campus, and may include some online delivery
On campus
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Area/Catalogue
INDG 1000
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Course ID
200857
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Campus
Adelaide City Campus East, Adelaide City Campus West, Magill
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
Course owner
Course owner
School of Society and Culture
Course coordinator
Course coordinator
Courtney Theseira
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Course level
1
Work Integrated Learning course
Work Integrated Learning course
No
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
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Yes
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University-wide elective course
Yes
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Single course enrolment
Yes

Course overview

To develop students' knowledge of traditional Aboriginal cultures as they developed over time in a variety of ecological situations. Students will develop a broad understanding of Aboriginal Australian social, economic and political systems by learning about Aboriginal Australian social, economic and political systems.

  • Module 1
  • Module 2
  • Module 3

Course learning outcomes

  • Identify basic structures, values and features of Aboriginal societies
  • Identify and explain a variety of ecological and historical factors in shaping the diversity of Aboriginal cultures in Australia
  • Demonstrate understanding of Aboriginal concepts related to land, law, relationships, language, art, stories and song
  • Demonstrate the capacity to communicate an informed awareness, self-reflection and understanding of the ethical requirements of working in Aboriginal studies across various disciplines

Availability

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Census date
Fri 04/09/2026
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Fri 21/08/2026
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Last day to W
Fri 18/09/2026
Last day to WF
Last day to WF
Fri 16/10/2026

Class details

Adelaide City Campus West

Class number
Class number 56595
Section
Section LE01
Size
Size 200
Available
Available 200
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
7 Aug - 25 Sep Friday 11:10am - 1pm Adelaide City Campus West Barbara Hanrahan, BH2-09
16 Oct - 13 Nov Friday 11:10am - 1pm Adelaide City Campus West Barbara Hanrahan, BH2-09

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

N/A

Antirequisite(s)

N/A

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