Aboriginal Health

Undergraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
NURS 1001
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Course ID
201097
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
1
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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Yes
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University-wide elective course
Yes
Single course enrollment
Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

To examine the historical, cultural, political, socioeconomic and environmental influences on the health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, families and communities.

  • Introduction To Nursing In A Clinical Setting
  • The Importance Of Culture In Health And Wellbeing
  • Australian History & Impacts Of Colonisation & Government Policies
  • Racism In Healthcare
  • Embedding Cultural Safety Into Your Practice
  • Social And Cultural Determinants Of Aboriginal And Torres Strait Islander Health And Wellbeing
  • Impact Of Intergenerational Trauma On Health Care
  • Primary Healthcare And Health Promotion
  • Self-Determination Of Aboriginal And Torres Strait Islander Peoples
  • Understanding Health And Wellbeing Journeys

Course learning outcomes

  • Describe key demographic, cultural, socio-political and socio-economic factors that underpin the diverse health issues and experiences of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities
  • Describe the relationship between the history of colonisation and race relations in Australia and contemporary socioeconomic disadvantage faced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities, particularly in association with changing epidemiological patterns
  • Recognise diversity in the cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with regard to the provision of culturally safe healthcare delivery
  • Describe the importance of cross-cultural communication in relation to healthcare practice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
  • Discuss contemporary healthcare strategies as they relate to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities and explore barriers and enablers with regard to healthcare delivery
  • Describe approaches for promoting the social, emotional and physical wellbeing of individuals, families and community groups in association with contemporary health policy and person centred care

Prerequisite(s)

N/A

Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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