Overview

Expect to focus on the world's most pressing problems, critical thinking, communication skills, cultural competency, digital literacy and building your confidence to make a difference. Indigenous Studies is offered at Swinburne University of Technology.

Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Arts, graduates will be able to:

systematically review and critically evaluate research from a variety of sources to inform their knowledge and conceptual understanding in the humanities and/or social sciences
formulate arguments that are fit for purpose and demonstrate an understanding of the relevant theories and evidence in their areas of disciplinary expertise
critically analyse information to generate creative solutions to solve complex problems in the area of humanities and/or social sciences, and understand the importance of interdisciplinarity for generating solutions
define and integrate theoretical principles and apply these in their disciplinary areas of expertise
apply knowledge and skills with responsibility and accountability for their own learning and practice, individually and in collaboration with others
interpret and communicate ideas, problems and arguments in modes suitable to a range of audiences using a range of media
coherently articulate a line of reasoning demonstrating cultural sensitivity and apply a framework to analyse and offer solutions to ethical dilemmas in local and international contexts.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Technology and Society
Connecting with Culture: Indigenous Australian Experiences
Unlearning the Past: Indigenous Australian History
Global History

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-29 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-03-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-25 00:00:00 , National

More details

International: It is strongly advised that you consider applying at least three months in advance of the intake’s start date.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

64

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PTE Academic

50

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IELTS

6

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Credits

300 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Melbourne, Australia

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies View 32 other Bachelors in Area & Cultural Studies in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

64

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PTE Academic

50

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS: 088388C

Successful completion of Australian Year 12, or equivalent overseas qualification.
VCE Units 3 and 4: a minimum study score of 25 in any English (except EAL) or 30 in English as Alternate Language (EAL) or equivalent.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

34880 AUD / year

≈ 34880 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

16992 AUD / year

≈ 16992 AUD / year

Additional Details

Domestic Students: Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)

Living costs

Melbourne

Australia

1501 - 2659 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Arts, graduates will be able to:

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Melbourne

Funding

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