PSYCB2106 Psychology, Culture and Indigenous Australians
The unit aims to provide students with an understanding of the centrality of culture to human behaviour. Students will explore how culture affects a variety of psychological variables, including identity, social functioning, emotions, mental health, as well as other areas within the discipline of psychology. Furthermore, they will develop an understanding of the processes through which this occurs. A specific focus is aimed at Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and students will learn how the social, cultural, and historical contexts have shaped contemporary life, especially with regards to well-being. Students will be introduced to Indigenous Psychologies, and alternate models of health and well-being. Students will be challenged to explore the assumptions and values embedded in their own worldviews, and the effect of these on their perception and approach to the world around them, such that they develop a capacity to engage with the broader community in a culturally aware and responsive fashion.
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* $2,175
2026 grandfathered contribution amount^ $997
Postgraduate Clinical Psychology and Professional Pathway CSP unit fees
For Psychology band units, the student contribution amount is based on the Field of Education code and your enrolled course. Only approved courses qualify for Psychology fee bands.
2026 Postgraduate Clinical Psychology $592
2026 grandfathered Postgraduate Clinical Psychology $592
This fee band is for Psychology units (Field of Education code 90701) studied in the Master of Psychology (Clinical).
2026 Psychology Professional Pathway $1,164
2026 grandfathered Psychology Professional Pathway $997
