Graduate Diploma of Indigenous Research

Program Overview

This program equips students with advanced research skills in Indigenous knowledge systems. It covers Indigenous research methodologies, design, and debates. The program culminates in a thesis that enhances research capabilities and prepares graduates for careers in research roles in various institutions or as a pathway to higher degree research programs.

Program Outline

Outline:

• The course focuses on equipping students with in-depth research training specific to Indigenous knowledge systems.
• Units of the course center on:
• Indigenous research methodologies and ways of knowing
• Designing Indigenous research
• Investigating debates in the discipline area
• Culminates in a comprehensive thesis that builds research capabilities and capacity.
• Unique research qualification delivered by Indigenous academic staff with interdisciplinary skills across diverse areas.

Careers:

• This course provides students with comprehensive research training which equips them with the necessary skills and knowledge to work in a researcher role in educational, government, or private institutions.
• As a pathway to Higher Degree by Research programs, opportunities are open to research and academic roles in universities.