Overview

The Master of Indigenous Australian Cultural Studies from Curtin University is a distinctive postgraduate masters programme. The course is informed through environmental issues and Native Title; Indigenous research methodology; Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander literature and creative practice; social commentaries; unique historical and contemporary perspectives of local and global Indigenous experience; sense of place; Aboriginal organisational practice; and visits to Country to name a few.

What you'll learn

apply principles and concepts of Indigenous Terms of Reference, values and beliefs in a variety of contexts relevant to working carefully and respectfully with Indigenous material and Indigenous community, inclusive of Intellectual property rights (IPR) and appropriate protocol principles.

within Indigenous culturally safe dialogue, apply innovation in problem solving; and creative and culturally appropriate critical thinking which reflect respectful dialogues and provides trans-formative solutions and innovative ways of working and being in an Indigenous space.

enable and build capacity of Indigenous communities and Indigenous persons through building and enhancing digital competency.

gain knowledge and consider global Indigenous perspectives and how these are allied to the Australian Indigenous experience.

always Being Respectful and responsive to Indigenous values and beliefs (ITR), and being guided by elements of Reciprocity and Responsibility to Indigenous people within research and work relations; as well as understanding the significance and sensitivity of Indigenous knowledge and Indigenous Intellectual Property.

skill sharing and capacity building to work effectively in Indigenous settings by demonstrating cultural competency and responsibility.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Indigenous Australian Art and Design: Ancient and Contemporary

Social, Cultural and Historical Contexts of Indigenous Australians

Graduate Listening to Country: First Nations’ Perspectives

Indigenous Australian Land and Environments

First Nations LGBTQIA plus Identities and Perspectives

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-27 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-07-09 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-02-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-24 00:00:00 , International

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Early Submission Countries: applications close 20 weeks before course start. For all other countries, applications close 12 weeks before the course start date.

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

200 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Perth, Australia

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies View 24 other Masters 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.

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General requirements

CRICOS Code 108990D

Specifically, students require a Bachelor (Honours) degree, a Graduate Certificate, or a Graduate Diploma (AQF Level 8 Qualification). Students may enter with a Bachelor Degree and relevant work experience as determined by the Course Coordinator on a case-by-case basis.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

37066 AUD / year

≈ 37066 AUD / year
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Citizens or residents

17000 AUD / year

≈ 17000 AUD / year

Additional Details

Domestic students: Commonwealth supported

Living costs

Perth

Australia

1328 - 2367 AUD / month

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Funding

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