Education, its Purpose and the Cultural Landscape

EDMAS6053 Education, its Purpose and the Cultural Landscape

This unit is designed to enable PSTs to examine issues of inclusivity, disadvantage and social justice within the Australian cultural and educational landscape. PSTs will begin with an examination of the purposes of education and the role of schools. They will critically explore notions of democracy and schooling, social justice, social and cultural values, and care. PSTs will develop their understanding of the impact of culture, cultural identity and linguistic background on the education of students from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds and will engage in conferences focused on building respect, relationships and reconciliation. They will develop broad knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures and languages and consider the connections to curriculum and pedagogy. Throughout the course PSTs will use protocols for fostering inclusivity, respect and democratic decision-making.

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).

2026 contribution amount* $592
2026 grandfathered contribution amount^ $592

^ 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 Psychology and Social Work 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.

Domestic full fee–paying places

A domestic full fee–paying place is one that isn’t subsidised by the Australian Government. These places are offered to postgraduate students or those who are ineligible for a CSP. Domestic postgraduate tuition fees are course-based annual fees, which means individual unit fees vary according to the degree. To find out more about domestic tuition fees and view the relevant fee schedule visit our fees website.

International full fee–paying places

International tuition fees are course-based annual fees and the unit fee you pay will vary according to the degree you are studying. To find out more about international tuition fees and view the relevant fee schedule visit our fees website.

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