Course overview
A critical analysis of the legal and historical relationships between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal peoples. The course will consider topics chosen from: the theory, policy and law relating to Aboriginal sovereignty, self-government, native title, cultural heritage protection, customary law and identity and constitutional recognition. It will look at Aboriginal challenges to government law and policy, including reparations for the stolen generations and claims of genocide. The course will analyse these topics predominantly through a series of major case studies, and studies of particular legislative schemes.
Course learning outcomes
- Reflect critically on Aboriginal perspectives on white law and its impact on Aboriginal culture and law
- Analyse and evaluate primary and secondary materials with a critical understanding of how the law impacts on Aboriginal peoples at structural and individual levels
- Recognise and assess the effect of multiple barriers facing Aboriginal peoples in accessing and engaging with white law
- Communicate clearly and concisely in written form
- Communicate orally about legal principles and institutions and their impact on Aboriginal peoples
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