Course level

Undergraduate

Faculty

Humanities Arts Social Science

School

Humanities Arts Social Science

Units

2

Duration

One Semester

Attendance mode

In Person

Class hours

General contact hours 2 Hours/ Week

Incompatible

ABTS1020

Recommended prerequisite

Assessment methods

Presentation (40%), Written Analysis (40%), Reflective Journal (20%)

Course enquiries

Associate Professor Levon Blue (Semester 2, St Lucia, In person)

A/Prof Levon Blue

Study Abroad

This course is pre-approved for Study Abroad and Exchange students.

Current course offerings

Course offerings Location Mode Course Profile
Semester 2, 2024 (22/07/2024 - 18/11/2024) St Lucia In Person Course Profile

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Course description

Have you ever been moved by the work of an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander artist or author and can you explain why it moved you? In this course, it is your chance to delve into the powerful world of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander literature, film, music, and art. Through an exploration of iconic works by Indigenous creatives, you will develop a critical understanding of how these mediums express and reflect lived experiences. This course invites you to: ¿ Critically engage with Indigenous Australian literature, music, art, and film. ¿ Examine seminal works that have shaped and continue to shape the cultural landscape. ¿ Gain a deeper appreciation of the contributions Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have made and continue to make to the arts. If you are eager to explore and understand the powerful narratives and artistry of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander creatives, this course if for you. You will embark on a journey to enrich your perspective and understanding of the profound impact Indigenous creatives have on our world.

Archived offerings

Course offerings Location Mode Course Profile
Semester 1, 2023 (20/02/2023 - 17/06/2023) St Lucia In Person Course Profile
Semester 1, 2021 (22/02/2021 - 19/06/2021) St Lucia Flexible Delivery Course Profile