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This major explores a range of contemporary issues affecting Australian Indigenous peoples' life experiences and aspirations. It provides students with opportunities to engage with both the resilient nature of Australian Indigenous cultures as well as contemporary forms of Indigenous cultural expression, including song, dance, story, art, film and theatre. A range of interdisciplinary conceptual tools is utilised, including critical race theory and emerging Indigenous critical theory, to further the project of decolonising knowledges on and about Indigenous peoples. In so doing, the major also encourages students to examine the issues of personal and national identity, and the relationship between these, themselves and Aboriginality.

Take advantage of our course's special features

This AIS major offers you unique experiences such as being able to:

Participate in a Nyungar cultural immersion course, which includes daytrips to sites of significance around Perth and a four-day down-south field trip (fees apply).
Participate in a work integrated learning opportunity, where you complete an internship with an Indigenous organisation.
Boost your employment prospects

Why not combine your AIS major with a major in Community Development, Law, Psychology, Politics and International Studies, Communication and Media Studies, Sociology, or History?

Some of our recent graduates have jobs in areas as diverse as Indigenous education, community advocacy and health administration.

Entry Requirements

Secondary school results
English competency

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees

Textbooks

Student Services and Amenities Fee (Max. $281/year)

Incidental unit costs

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After completion of the three-year degree program, students may undertake a fourth year of full-time study (or two years part-time) in Art History, English, History, Philosophy, Psychology or Sociology and graduate with Honours. Like the Bachelor of Arts, the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) is available in both on campus and by distance education. A mid-year intake is also available.

The Honours program is available to applicants who have been awarded or who are eligible to graduate with a Bachelor of Arts from CSU and, in certain circumstances, to applicants who have a comparable degree from CSU or another institution.

Applicants will normally be required to have a major in their proposed Honours disciplinary area and to have attained grades of credit or better in the second and third level subjects of the major (or have what is deemed to be the equivalent from another institution).

Students qualified to enter the Honours program should consider its advantages, particularly the development of higher level analytical skills and enhanced expertise in research and communication. Completion of an Honours degree is also a prerequisite for admission to a postgraduate research degree.

Entry Requirements

Completion of an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) accredited undergraduate psychology course within the previous five years

A Grade Point Average of 6.0 or better in the core psychology level 2 and 3 subjects

The successful completion of PSY301 Advanced Research Methods in Psychology

Or to have what is deemed to be the equivalent of the above three requirements from another institution

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees ($100/course)

Textbooks

Student Services and Amenities Fee (Max. $281/year)

Incidental unit costs

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Are you passionate about helping to create a more sustainable and equitable world? This course explores the challenges facing international development and prepares you for a role in leading global change.

A world of knowledge

Your introduction to international aid begins by learning about community level development programs, poverty reduction, sustainability , and the role our Asia-Pacific region plays in the world.

You'll also learn about working in cross-cultural settings and project management with the option of completing a placement overseas.

Turn your passion into an exciting career

Demand is growing for passionate people in the aid and development sector. This course is practically orientated so you'll be in demand with employers in both government and non-government organisations. As a graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in International Aid and Development you'll have the skills and experience to be able to begin making a difference.

You can combine your major with studies in politics, sustainable development, environmental science, education, Asian studies or Indigenous studies to further enhance your career options.

Entry Requirements

Secondary school results
English competency

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees

Textbooks

Student Services and Amenities Fee (Max. $281/year)

Incidental unit costs

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The journalism component of this course prepares students for the professional practice of journalism and/or business. It addresses all production technologies for journalism - print, video, radio and online - in metropolitan, regional and international contexts. It imparts advanced skills in research and communication for professional practice, fosters a critical understanding of the role of journalism and the media in contemporary Australian society, in all its diversity and dynamism, and is founded in the principle that robust and accurate journalism is an essential component of a democratic society. Graduates can expect to possess high order skills in professional practice and scholarly analysis that will enable them to find appropriate industry employment, and enter further study at a higher level as and when needed.

The science component of this course provides students with a broad, general science education, as well as specialist training in one or more science disciplines. The flexibility of the course and the wide range of areas of specialisation allows students to explore new areas, further develop their strengths in science and to pursue their interests. The emphasis on generic skills - quantitative literacy, data analysis, information literacy, problem solving, communication and presentation skills, and the capacity to work in teams - and specialisation in at least one discipline ensures a firm foundation for a career in science. Graduates will be equipped for a variety of careers or for honours and postgraduate study, leading to global employment opportunities in any of the traditional and emerging careers for scientists.

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees

Textbooks

Student Services and Amenities Fee (Max. $281/year)

Incidental unit costs

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CSU's Organisational Communication program is designed to equip communication professionals for leadership in a range of industries.

Accredited by the Public Relations Institute of Australia, the program provides a world-class learning experience for communication professionals to develop their communication management and strategic skills. All subjects are offered by distance education, and include at least one assignment that students can focus on their own work or organisation, helping them to become more confident and productive employees from the outset.

Students learn about contemporary practice and theory, and apply their learning through case studies, problem-solving and strategy development.

In year one students learn about individual and leader communication styles, public relations and communication theory, employee communication and change management, strategy planning, research and communication audits.

Year two subjects focus on knowledge and skills in corporate responsibility, stakeholder engagement, crisis and issues management, corporate culture and integrated communication.

In the final session students undertake independent research and apply their learning to a corporate communication issue and case of their choice.

Students in the program come from a range of sectors, but most work in or consult to large organisations. The variety of student backgrounds ensures lively, informative discussions and debates at residential schools and online.

Overseas applicants are encouraged. Provision can be made for overseas students to complete the course without attending residential schools.

Entry Requirements

An undergraduate degree and at least two years work experience in a communication related field
or
Completed the Graduate Certificate and/or Graduate Diploma in Organisational Communication.

Students who have employment experience but not a degree should apply in the first instance to undertake the Graduate Certificate in Organisation Communication. You can apply for higher awards (Master and Graduate Diploma) on successful completion of the first two subjects.

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees ($100/course)

Textbooks

Student Services and Amenities Fee (Max. $281/year)

Incidental unit costs

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