Two Indigenous Studies units will be taught units in 2024.
The first, to be offered as a second semester intensive, is called Aboriginal Cultures and Spirituality. It will be offered at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
The second, to be offered in second semester, is called Indigenous Rights and the Legacies of the Bible. It is to be offered at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
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Aboriginal Cultures and Spirituality
Learn about the key language, concepts and practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and spirituality.
Indigenous Rights and the Legacies of the Bible
Explore the ways in which policies of assimilation in the twentieth century were often entwined with Christian theological motivations.
Units returning in 2025
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Approaches to Christian Theology
Learn about methods commonly used by Indigenous theologians and the history of Indigenous-Colonial relations on this continent. Sustained attention will be given to Indigenous approaches to spirituality, the divine, Christ, ritual and church, creation, justice and hope.
Indigenous Approaches to Christian Scripture
Explore Indigenous ways of reading Christian Scripture. Topics for study will include the place of Scripture within Indigenous spirituality, theology and ritual; the historic impact of colonial interpretations of Scripture on Indigenous people; and Indigenous reading strategies (hermeneutics); interpretations of Scripture in Indigenous art.
The School is seeking to work with the academic teachers of the University of Divinity towards the inclusion of Indigenous content and perspectives within the existing curriculum. If you would like advice in this matter, or would like one of our staff to come teach in your course, please be in touch.
The School seeks to ensure that culturally appropriate pastoral and academic support is available to all Indigenous students and staff of the University. When you enrol or start work, your College should inform us that you are going to be studying or working in the University so that we can be in touch. In the event that doesn’t happen, please get in touch yourself. We want to help!
We also run seminars and conferences from time to time. Check back here regularly for details.