Aboriginal Women and Coloniality (INDG20003)

Undergraduate level 2Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)

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Aboriginal Women and Coloniality is a multidisciplinary subject looking at the various roles Aboriginal women have played in Aboriginal and Settler society. It examines stereotypical representations of Aboriginal women in colonial art and culture, the depiction of Aboriginal women in literature, cinema and fine arts, the role Aboriginal women have played in the economy as workers, as well as their roles as nurturers and carers, activists and community leaders. Theories and approaches from gender and post-colonial studies and new historicism will be utilised to provide the intellectual framework for this subject. The subject will conclude with consideration of the critique that female Aboriginal artists and writers have made of these representations, and the forms of self-representation produced in their work.

Intended learning outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students should have:



  • an understanding of the range of representations of Aboriginal women by Settlers and be able to carry out an informed analysis and critique of these representations;
  • developed critical and analytical skills to be able to apply relevant methodologies from a range of contemporary critical theories;
  • the ability to be conversant with the breadth of critique Aboriginal women have made of Settler representations and the manner in which they have redefined conceptions of Aboriginal women;
  • be able to engage in informed and reasonable discussion of ideas and issues, including those involving sensitivities, that relate to the Aboriginal and Settler communities; and
  • produce high quality written material that encompasses the complexities and sensitivities of Australian Indigenous Studies.

Generic skills

At the completion of this subject, students should gain the following skills:

  • have a developed understanding of relevant critical theories and methods and make informed decisions about their use and application in relation to Indigenous subject matter;
  • be able to work effectively as an individual and member of class in producing new learning outcomes;
  • engage in high-level use of a wide range of research applications and resources and make informed decisions in respect to their usage;
  • be able to engage in an informed and reasonable discussion of ideas and issues, including those involving sensitivities, that relate to the Aboriginal and Settler communities; and
  • have the ability to produce high quality written material that encompasses the complexities and sensitivities of Australian Indigenous Studies.

Last updated: 14 March 2025

Eligibility and requirements

Prerequisites

None

Corequisites

None

Non-allowed subjects

106-252 Aboriginal Women and Coloniality

Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)

The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.

Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home

Last updated: 14 March 2025

Assessment

DescriptionTimingPercentage

Tutorial participation and a paper presentation

  • 10 minutes
Throughout the semester10%

An essay

  • 1500 words
Mid semester30%

An essay

  • 2500 words
During the examination period60%
Hurdle requirement: This subject has a minimum requirement of (or at least) 80% attendance at tutorials, seminars, or workshops. There is an expectation that students attend lectures, in person or via online delivery. All pieces of assessment must be submitted to pass this subject. For the purposes of meeting this hurdle requirement, each submitted assessment must be complete and constitute a genuine attempt to address the requirements of the task. (Complete not less than 50% of word count) Throughout the semesterN/A

Additional details

Assessment submitted late without an approved extension will be penalised at 2% per working day.

Last updated: 14 March 2025

Dates & times

  • Semester 2
    CoordinatorSheelagh Daniels-Mayes
    Mode of deliveryOn Campus (Parkville)
    Contact hoursTotal 30 hours: a 1.5-hour lecture and a 1-hour tutorial per week.
    Total time commitment170 hours
    Teaching period24 July 2023 to 22 October 2023
    Last self-enrol date 4 August 2023
    Census date31 August 2023
    Last date to withdraw without fail22 September 2023
    Assessment period ends17 November 2023

    Semester 2 contact information

    sheelagh.danielsmayes@unimelb.edu.au

Time commitment details

170 hours

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Further information

Last updated: 14 March 2025