Diploma of Indigenous Research
Charles Darwin University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Pre-degree
CRICOS: 00300K
Want to base your research on Australian Indigenous knowledge? Ready to make a positive change for both Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians through collaborative research? The Diploma of Indigenous Research is an opportunity for you to build on the profound depth of research knowledge that already exists with the traditions of Indigenous people within Australia. Indigenous people have extensive experience in research, both as participants and leaders of research initiated within and by universities and other agencies, but also as leaders of research work based within the knowledge foundations of their own cultural and philosophical traditions. This course focuses on promoting knowledge and cultural tradition research in Indigenous groups and its positive contributions to both Indigenous and non-Indigenous society. It also aims to open up the knowledge-making spaces between the western academy and Indigenous knowledge academies to explore new and generative research methodologies that can emerge from genuine and equal collaboration. This course targets Indigenous students, however, non-Indigenous students with suitable experience may apply.
Structure
The course requires the successful completion of 80 credit points of study. Common and Core units provide an opportunity for the formalisation and recognition of Indigenous knowledge traditions and an orientation and cultural foundation to the ways in which knowledge is recorded and transmitted within the academy. Twenty (20) credit points of Specialist Electives allows students an element of diversity in their studies, an ability to explore an area of specific interest, or to continue with research work of value to their own knowledge community.A candidate must successfully complete units totalling 80 credit points (cp) as detailed below. All units are valued at 10 credit points unless indicated.Unit typeCredit PointsSpecific requirementsCommon Unit(1 unit)10cpCommon units totalling 10 credit points as detailed below.CUC100 Academic Literacies Through Exploring SustainabilitySelect Common Units to find out more about individual units and advanced standing options.Core Units(5 units)50cpCompulsory Core units totalling 50 credit points as detailed below.IND170 Indigenous Research: Guiding PrinciplesIND171 Indigenous Research: Principles to PracticeIND172 Introductory Indigenous Research Project (repeatable)IND173 Contested Knowledges (replaced by IAS124 2020)IND200 Cultural Capabilities (replaced by IAS201 2020)Specialist Electives (2 units)20cpSpecialist Elective units totalling 20 credit points as detailed below.ATI110 Indigenous Policymaking (no longer available from 2021)IND130 Ethics and Protocols in Indigenous Contexts (replaced by IAS142 2020)IND172 Introductory Indigenous Research Project (repeatable)INR200 Research with Indigenous People (replaced by IAS322 2020)IND230 Language Maintenance and Identity (replaced by IAS252 2020)ATI230 Resourcing Community Action (no longer available from 2020. Students should discuss with the course coordinator a suitable replacement unit)CIK210 Representing and Recording Country (replaced by IAS223 2020) 80cpTotal Credit PointsStudents who commenced in or after 2013The grade of "PC" cannot be counted towards a Diploma AQF Level 5 course award.Students should refer to the current Grading Policy and Common Course Rules for further information.
Subjects
- Indigenous Studies and Public Policy, Society and Welfare Studies
Standard entry requirements
Admission requirements are met by one of the following:Successful completion of the Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training (or equivalent) and the awarding of an Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) of at least 60*.Successful completion of a national qualification at certificate IV level or higher.Successful completion of at least 0.5 year of full-time study (or equivalent) of a higher education degree/diploma.Overseas secondary or tertiary qualifications considered equivalent to the above Australian qualifications.Attainment of a STAT multiple choice score of 135 (or a score of 145 if prior to May 2010).Successful completion of the Tertiary Enabling Program, the Preparation for Tertiary Success courses, or other recognised tertiary preparation course.Submission of an acceptable personal competencies statement and/or employment experience.* After any applicable adjustment factors have been applied.Consideration will also be given to applicants that do not meet the University's minimum entry requirements who have relevant professional experience and knowledge in Indigenous work.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Casuarina | No |
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| CDU Online | No |
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