Add your voice to Australia's story
Explore subjects in Indigenous engagement, governance and policy, culture and community, languages, land and resources, research, and more.
Choose CDU for Indigenous studies courses
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Focus on unique Indigenous and Asia Pacific perspectives
Learn from cultural experts and benefit from strong links to Northern Australia and South East Asia
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100% flexible study that suits you
Choose to study online or on campus, part-time or full-time
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Top Indigenous studies courses
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Bachelor of Arts
See course structureThe Bachelor of Arts is a highly flexible, new-age degree featuring a choice of nine majors, each offering a unique perspective on the world around you and your role in it.
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Diploma of Arts (Indigenous Governance and Policy)
See course structureIdeal for anyone who wants a taste of studying Indigenous policy and engagement, but may not be ready to commit to a full degree.
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Graduate Certificate of Arts (Indigenous)
See course structureDiversify your Indigenous knowledge with this six-month course, with options to study Indigenous policy, engagement, research, language and culture.
The Pedagogy of Indigenous Knowledge Sharing through Creative and Cultural Practices
Understand Indigenous artmaking as knowledge sharing to reflect on your professional practice and engage learners in innovative ways.
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Study pathways
Find out moreAt CDU, there's a study pathway for everyone.
Explore our course and student types, admission requirements and pathways to study so you can apply with confidence.
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How to apply
Find out moreChoosing your course was the hard part, now it’s time to apply. Visit our how to apply page for easy-to-follow steps for all study pathways.
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Flexible study options
Find out moreWhatever your motivation is, we can guide you in the right direction. With on-campus, online, part-time and full-time study options, you'll have the flexibility and support to do it your way.