Course overview
The aim of this course is 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 the social groups and kinship and the concepts of culture, land and boundaries, spiritual construct and its art forms, ethnocentrism and race.
Course learning outcomes
- Identify basic structures, values and features of a variety of Aboriginal societies
- Identify and explain a variety of ecological and historical factors in shaping the diversity of Aboriginal cultures in Australia.
- Demonstrate Aboriginal concepts related to land, law, relationships, language, art, stories and song.
- Discuss approaches to the study of Aboriginal societies and relevant literature.