BAIND1001 First Nations Histories (1788 - 1967)
In this unit you are asked to journey through Australia's recent history, 1788-1967. We examine the British invasion of 1788 and Terra Nullius which set the tone for the treatment of Indigenous Peoples across Australia at the hands of the British colonisers. We consider the ensuing genocidal government policies that would shape the survival of First Nations Peoples right up until the 1967 referendum. By exploring the contact between Indigenous Peoples and non-indigenous people and the impact both had upon each other we uncover shared, distinct and obscure truths. In understanding this part of Australia's history we learn how First Nations Peoples survived, and the imprint this has had upon Australia as a country. Present day historians, politicians, and public commentators give us understanding as to how "HIStory" has been considered during and after this period. Indigenous Elders and Allies will also give connection to how we discover and understand the complexities during this period of invasion and planned genocide.
Commonwealth supported place (CSP)
A CSP is subsidised by the Australian Government and students pay a contribution amount. Each unit is classified into a band, depending on the study area of the unit (this discipline may be different from the study area of your course).
2025 contribution amount* $2,124
2025 grandfathered contribution amount* $997
Grandfathered contribution amount - if you are a continuing student, who commenced your course before 1 January 2021, you will continue paying the same amount as you would have, had legislative reforms not been implemented, for any units that would otherwise have an increased student contribution amount.
* For Clinical Psychology & Professional Pathways bands the unit fee amount is determined by accredited courses. Students in Postgraduate Clinical Psychology, Professional Pathway Psychology or Professional Pathway Social Work accredited courses should refer to the information below.
