Hobart
This unit has been discontinued.
Introduction
Provides a detailed introduction to contemporary Aboriginal socio-economic experience across Australia from the final decades of the 20th century. Issues addressed include the extent of Aboriginal disadvantage; the experience of racism; aspects of contemporary Aboriginal cultures; child welfare, health and education issues. All issues are examined within the context of Indigenous self-determination. The unit highlights both Aboriginal disadvantage and Aboriginal achievement.
Summary 2020
| Unit name | Contemporary Indigenous Australia |
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| Unit code | HAB102 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| Faculty/School | College of Arts, Law and Education School of Humanities |
| Discipline | Global Cultures and Languages |
| Coordinator | Dr. Carol Pybus |
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| Level | Introductory |
| Available as student elective? | Yes |
| Breadth Unit? | No |
Availability
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Learning Outcomes
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Requisites
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | H on-campus: 2 x 50 minute weekly lectures, plus 1 weekly face to face tutorial. L on-campus: 2 x 50 minute weekly lectures accessed via MyLo mymedia, plus 1 weekly face to face tutorial. Off-campus: 2 x 50 minute weekly lectures accessed via MyLo mymedia, plus online tutorial discussions. |
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| Assessment | On/Off Campus: |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required | Information about any textbook requirements will be available from mid November. |
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| Recommended |
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