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Southern Cross University (SCU)

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Bachelor of Indigenous Knowledge

  • Bachelor

Southern Cross University is renowned for its commitment to Indigenous education. The Bachelor of Indigenous Knowledge is an important part of that dedication towards better environmental, social and economic outcomes.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Duration
3 years full-time, 6 years part-time
Course Code
3009250, 093086G
Study Mode
In person, Online
Intake Months
Mar
International Fees
$28,000 per year / $84,000 total
ATAR
60

About this course

Southern Cross University is renowned for its commitment to Indigenous education. The Bachelor of Indigenous Knowledge is an important part of that dedication towards better environmental, social and economic outcomes.

The course generates greater understanding of Indigenous world views, by exploring histories, knowledge systems, determinants of health and wellbeing and ways of living, in a culturally diverse and supportive environment. You will build theoretical and practical capability in areas including cultural protocols and Indigenous ways of knowing and being. You'll learn to engage with communities and work towards better environmental, social and economic outcomes. You can focus your degree with a major in Indigenous Knowledge or choose a shared major from disciplines across the University.

Graduates may consider diverse career opportunities in 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.

Study locations

Lismore

Online

What you will learn

  • Exercise analytical thinking, critical thinking and and reasoning and problem solving skills.
  • Demonstrate innovative, sensitive, creative responses and solutions to challenges in cultural and Indigenous community contexts.
  • Demonstrate a knowledge of, and commitment to, social responsibility, ethics and human rights in cultural and Indigenous contexts.
  • Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of cultural concepts and Indigenous ways of knowing and being including physical, social, political, ecological or cultural influences that impact Indigenous cultural settings.
  • Integrate responsibility for independent, self-directed learning and reflective practice including the ability to locate, analyse, evaluate, and use information from a range of sources.
  • Demonstrate collaboration, teamwork and communication skills in cultural and Indigenous settings through communicating sensitively and appropriately in oral and written forms.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of Indigenous contemporary realities and protocols by applying and integrating social, Indigenous and cultural diversity, and respect for the identity of all persons.

Career pathways

Career opportunities exist in project management or administration with Indigenous, government or community-based organisations, especially those with a focus on Indigenous issues. Typical career sectors include: health services, paralegal work, social welfare, environmental management, education or business.

Credit for prior study or work

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) is available for this course. For more information please view the Bachelor of Indigenous Knowledge RPL guide.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Teacher Education courses at Southern Cross University (SCU).
81.5%
Overall satisfaction
80.9%
Skill scale
69.8%
Teaching scale
71.9%
Employed full-time
$67.7k
Average salary