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) unit fee
A Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) is one that is subsidised by the Australian Government, which means students only pay the student contribution amount of the tuition fee. CSPs are only available to eligible domestic students.
The student contribution amount depends on the unit and how much funding the Government provides. Each unit is classified into a band based on its discipline (which may be different to your overall course discipline).
2025 student contribution amount: $578
2025 grandfathered student contribution amount (for students who commenced before 1 Jan 2021*): $578
* 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.