The Aboriginal Studies major aims to provide students with an understanding of, and sensitivity to, Aboriginal traditional and contemporary cultures and histories. Throughout the sequence of units students will gain a general overview of the impact and dynamics of the European invasion from 1788 onwards. Particular emphasis is placed on assertions and constructions of Aboriginal identity through Aboriginal literary writing. At levels 200 and 300, one focus will revolve around the Aboriginal experience in Tasmania.
Teaching methods vary considerably between units.
HHB101 Aboriginal Australia Provides an introduction to Aboriginal cultures and histories, from the pre-European period until the present time, covering Australia as a whole and Tasmania in particular. Details shown above were correct at the time of publication. While every effort is made to keep this information up to date, the University reserves the right to discontinue or vary courses at any time without notice. Details shown above were correct at the time of publication. While every effort is made to keep this information up to date, the University reserves the right to discontinue or vary courses at any time without notice.