Bachelor of Indigenous Knowledge
Southern Cross University
About
Southern Cross University is renowned for its commitment to Indigenous education.
This degree is an important part of that dedication towards better environmental, social and economic outcomes.If you are interested in how learning and knowledge is shared in the world’s oldest living cultures, the Bachelor of Indigenous Knowledge will build a strong theoretical and practical capability in areas such as cultural protocols and Indigenous ways of knowing and learning.Conducted in our culturally diverse and supportive campus environment, this degree explores Indigenous histories, knowledge systems, health and wellbeing, and ways of living.
You can tailor your studies by choosing a major in either community and land management or in Aboriginal health care.Graduates can consider diverse career opportunities including government, commercial or social enterprise, land management, Indigenous tourism, and Aboriginal, family or environmental health.Eligible graduates can also apply for further study through Honours and other postgraduate programs.
Structure
Core Units
| Title | Level of learning | Note |
|---|---|---|
| HUM71001 - Indigenous Scholarship | Introductory | |
| HUM71006 - Indigenous Knowledge | Introductory | |
| HUM71005 - Aboriginal Cultural Strengths | Introductory | |
| SOC73001 - Caring for Country | Advanced | |
| HUM71003 - Introduction to Indigenous Research | Introductory | |
| HUM72012 - Working with Aboriginal Communities I (Professional Engagement) | Intermediate | |
| HUM73005 - Working with Aboriginal Communities II (Professional Placement) | Advanced | |
| IST73001 - Independent Study: Indigenous Research Project | Advanced |
Majors
Elective Units
| Title | Level of learning | Note |
|---|---|---|
| CUL00401 - Indigenous World-Views | Introductory | |
| SOC71005 - Colonising Histories | Introductory | |
| HUM72020 - Indigenous Rights | Intermediate | |
| HUM72015 - Racism and Eugenics | Intermediate | |
| SOC72001 - Aboriginal Social Realities | Intermediate | |
| CUL00409 - The Mental Health of Australian Indigenous Peoples | Introductory | |
| SOC71001 - Aboriginal Community Wellbeing | Introductory | |
| CUL00408 - Health and Indigenous Australian Peoples | Intermediate | |
| IHE72006 - Aboriginal Social and Emotional Wellbeing | Intermediate | |
| CSL71001 - Trauma and Resilience I | Introductory | |
| CSL72002 - Trauma and Resilience II | Intermediate | |
| HUM73006 - Learning On Country | Advanced | Note 1 |
Entry requirements
To be eligible to receive the Bachelor of Indigenous Knowledge, students must complete the equivalent of 24 units (288 credit points), comprising:
- 8 core units (96 credit points),
- 1 major (96 credit points), and
- 8 equivalent elective units (96 credit points).
Exit Awards
Students may be eligible to exit with an Associate Degree of Indigenous Knowledge after completing the equivalent of 16 units (192 credit points) comprising 8 core units and 8 elective/major units. Students may be eligible to exit with the Diploma of Indigenous Knowledge after completing the equivalent of 8 units (96 credit points) comprising 5 core units and 3 elective units.
Recognition of prior learning (RPL) is available for this course. For more information please view the Bachelor of Indigenous Knowledge RPL guide.
Learning outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes express learning achievement in terms of what a student should know, understand and be able to do on completion of a course. These outcomes are aligned with the <a href="/staff/teaching-and-learning/graduate-attributes/">graduate attributes</a>.
| Graduate Attribute | Course Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| Intellectual rigour | Exercise analytical thinking, critical thinking and and reasoning and problem solving skills |
| Creativity | Demonstrate innovative, sensitive and creative responses and solutions to challenges in cultural and indigenous and community contexts |
| Ethical practice | Demonstrate a knowledge of, and commitment to, social responsibility, ethics and human rights in cultural and indigenous contexts |
| Knowledge of a discipline | Demonstrate an understanding of a broad and integrated body of knowledge of cultural concepts and indigenous ways of knowing and beingDemonstrate knowledge and understanding of the physical, social, political, ecological or cultural influences that impact indigenous cultural settings |
| Lifelong learning | Integrate responsibility for independent, self-directed learning and reflective practiceLocate, analyse, evaluate, and use information from a range of sources |
| Communication and social skills | Communicate sensitively and appropriately in an oral and written forms as appropriate in a variety of cultural and indigenous contextsDemonstrate an understanding of the importance of collaboration and teamwork and communication skills in cultural and indigenous settings |
| Cultural competence | Apply and integrate an understanding of social, indigenous and cultural diversity, and respect for the identity of all personsDemonstrate an understanding of Indigenous contemporary realities and protocols |
Institution
