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Cradle Coast, Hobart, Launceston
Students must meet eligibility and suitability requirements before being accepted into the Murina (W0D) program. Please fill in a Murina expression of interest form to set up a meeting with the Murina Course Coordinator to discuss further. https://www.utas.edu.au/uni-life/aboriginal-students-riawunna/murina-program/expression-of-interest
Introduction
The unit explores the significance of 'Connecting to' and 'Caring for Country' for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through a Pakana and Palawa lens that facilitates Truth Telling through our stories to understand the deep cultural connections and practices we continue today. The Murina Program is embedded in a strong Pakana and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander framework using a 'story-work' approach through writing pieces, creative media and yarns to critically reflect and express voice and agency to achieve the learning outcomes of the unit. This unit prepares students to navigate the intersection of Aboriginal and Western knowledge systems as they develop the skills, techniques and strategies necessary to enact personal and study goals to continue their educational and vocational pathways.
*In palawa kani, the language of Tasmanian Aboriginal people, tunapri means 'to know' and milaythina means 'Country'.
Summary
| Unit name | tunapri milaythina 1 |
| Unit code | RWA010 |
| Credit points | 25 |
| College/School | Academic Division Aboriginal Engagement |
| Discipline | Riawunna |
| Coordinator | Ms Jodi Haines |
| Available as an elective? | No |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Foundation or Enabling |
Sustainable Development Goals
The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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| Cradle Coast | Semester 1 |
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| Hobart | Semester 1 |
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| Launceston | Semester 1 |
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- On-campus
Off-Campus
International students- Domestic students
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
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| Semester 1 | 22/2/2026 | 16/3/2026 | 19/4/2026 | 13/6/2026 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2026 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2026 will be available from the 1st October 2025. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate skills, techniques, and strategies for learning within the university environment.
- Apply academic and storytelling concepts through a range of written, oral and creative media.
- Express the significance of connection to Country in shaping the tunapri and identity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
- Critically reflect on learning experiences and personal study goals to strengthen pathways.
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
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| 090311 | $4,349.00 | $2,041.00 | not applicable | $4,498.00 |
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
If you have any questions in relation to the fees, please contact UniConnect or more information is available on StudyAssist.
Please note: international students should refer to What is an indicative Fee? to get an indicative course cost.
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Weekly lecturials will provide lecture content via pre recordings and multimedia sources, including guest presenters and a range of activities to support learning outcomes. Online workshops will advance study skills and strategies expected and the Field Trip will connect students together On Country to deepen the learning experience. |
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| Assessment | tunapri pathways (10%)|Research Diary (20%)|milaythina Newsletter (30%)|Portfolio of Learning Presentation (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
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To be provided |
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