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Key details
Duration
This short course requires two (2) hours/week for six (6) weeks.
Intake
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Entry requirements
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Overview
Achieving a Voice will explain how Australia reached the point of a referendum on the Voice to Parliament and how a referendum works. Achieving a Voice will be of value to people who have never voted in a referendum and for anyone interested in the relevant Australian history giving rise to the referendum.
This online course consists of 12 lectures over six weeks (2 x 1-hour lectures per week).
This course will be of value to:
- people who have never voted in a referendum;
- anyone interested in the relevant Australian history giving rise to the referendum;
- anyone who is confused by conflicting information in the media; and
- civics and citizenship secondary teachers.
This course will be delivered between 12th June 2023 and 21st July 2023 - two one-hour lectures per week over six weeks.
Credit transfers and advanced standing
Skill recognition
Skills recognition is not applicable to this course. CDU's short courses are highly targeted courses designed to help you improve a specific skill. They will help you improve your career prospects, maintain currency in your field, or allow you to try out something completely new.
Pathways
VET to Higher Education Pathway Mapping for completed Awards in the same field or discipline.
Fees
2023 fees for this course are $1,000.00.
International VET Package
Why study at CDU?
Whether you learn on campus or online, you will be studying with a proud multi-sector university that’s a leader in research and flexible study delivery. CDU is innovative, industry-relevant and student-centred. Our students are at the heart of all that we do.
- Benefit from smaller class sizes for more personalised attention
- Online learners receive the same support as their on-campus peers
- Enjoy inclusive, welcoming learning environments
- Utilise our deep connections with industry, businesses and communities in the Northern Territory, across Australia, and beyond
Why study at CDU?
Whether you learn on campus or online, you will be studying with a proud multi-sector university that’s a leader in research and flexible study delivery. CDU is innovative, industry-relevant and student-centred. Our students are at the heart of all that we do.
- Benefit from smaller class sizes for more personalised attention
- Online learners receive the same support as their on-campus peers
- Enjoy inclusive, welcoming learning environments
- Utilise our deep connections with industry, businesses and communities in the Northern Territory, across Australia, and beyond
What will I study?
To complete the short course Achieving a Voice, participants are required to complete the unit listed below.
Course structure
Upon successful completion, a Digital Badge will be issued.
| Code | Module/Unit of Competency | Hours |
| UNITS OF COMPETENCY | ||
| ZSCIND001 | Achieving a Voice | 12 |
| Total | 12 | |
| Week 1 | Lecture 1 Lecture 2 | Introduction #1 Introduction #2 |
| Week 2 | Lecture 3 Lecture 4 | Political Institutions #1 Political Institutions #2 |
| Week 3 | Lecture 5 Lecture 6 | Aboriginal Activism 1960s Aboriginal Activism 1970s |
| Week 4 | Lecture 7 Lecture 8 | Aboriginal Activism 1980s Aboriginal Activism 1990s |
| Week 5 | Lecture 9 Lecture 10 | Aboriginal Activism 2000s Aboriginal Activism: the Announcement |
| Week 6 | Lecture 11 Lecture 12 | Referendum History, Methodology and Mechanics #1 Referendum History, Methodology and Mechanics #2 |
Entry requirements
Admission criteria
There are no specific entry requirements however eligibility to vote in Australian elections is desirable. This short course is available to anyone seeking to understand the issues involved in the referendum, which could include international students or citizens.
The people-first approach to flexibility and supportive learning environment at CDU meant I could find a balance with study, work and family life.
Nikki
CDU student
I came to CDU with clear goals in mind to learn about Indigenous peoples, have an opportunity to work with them, and establish connections with organisations advancing Indigenous rights. CDU offers many courses and does a lot of research in fields that fit my interests in Indigenous studies.
Elinor
CDU student
The people-first approach to flexibility and supportive learning environment at CDU meant I could find a balance with study, work and family life.
Nikki
CDU student
I came to CDU with clear goals in mind to learn about Indigenous peoples, have an opportunity to work with them, and establish connections with organisations advancing Indigenous rights. CDU offers many courses and does a lot of research in fields that fit my interests in Indigenous studies.
Elinor
CDU student
Course details
Location and study mode
Locations: Online
Study Mode: Online
Additional information
Contact details
| Email:Student.Central@cdu.edu.au. Phone: 1800 061 963 (free call). |
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You make CDU
Our students choose to study with us because we share the same vision – to make a positive change. Whatever your motivation is, we can guide you in the right direction.
You make CDU
Together we are a positive force for change in our communities and the world.
You make CDU
Our students choose to study with us because we share the same vision – to make a positive change. Whatever your motivation is, we can guide you in the right direction.
How to apply
How to apply direct to CDU
Applications to CDU must be submitted online.
You will need a valid email address to create your online account.
Once you have started the application you will have the option of saving your application and resuming it at a later date.
There is no application fee when you apply online.
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