Bachelor of Arts (First Nations Australia)

Overview

  • Australian Indigenous cultures have shaped and influenced Australia.
  • The First Nations Australia major within the Bachelor of Arts allows you to study the historical events and political policies that have shaped Australia’s relationship with its first peoples. 
  • Develop cultural competence and an understanding of First Nations perspectives, how to be an effective advocate or ally, and build the ability to work with Indigenous communities in a culturally appropriate way.
  • You can choose to combine your studies with a major in Environment and Sustainability, History, Music, or Anthropology to tailor this degree to suit your career goals.

Further study

If you have competed a Bachelor of Arts, you can enhance your professional skills by choosing specialised study in the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) or Master of Research.

Career outcomes

  • Graduates are uniquely placed to offer insights into health, community, industry, and a range of other social priorities related to First Nations perspectives. Career outcomes include working in government, the private sector, and with Indigenous communities in relation to policy and planning, community development, education, or advocacy.