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 Postgraduate Indigenous Studies


Research Degrees (MPhil and PhD)

The University of Queensland has a strong record of higher degree research in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies. The University of Queensland accepts candidates at the levels of Master of Philosophy (MPhil) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). MPhil and PhD programmes in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies can be undertaken in many schools across the university, including: School of Social Science (Anthropology/Archaeology/Criminology/Sociology)School of History, Philosophy, Religion and ClassicsSchool of English, Media Studies and Art History, School of Population HealthSchool of Geography, Planning and Environmental Management and School of Architecture. For a list of higher research degree thesis topics in Indigenous Studies and the schools that they were completed in, please visit the Unpublished Theses in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies page. If you are interested in entering the PhD or MPhil program, you should first contact the relevant school and discuss your proposed course of study and research. The school will be able to provide details of the school's research facilities and activities, including staff research interests and expertise. General enquiries about research higher degrees in Indigenous Studies can be directed to Professor Ian Lilley.

Coursework Degrees (MA)

Several coursework masters degree courses in Indigenous Studies are available for completion as part of coursework Master of Arts degrees, including:

ABTS7000 Introductory Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Studies for Australian Studies Postgraduates
ABTS7002 Transforming Conflict between Indigenous & Non-Indigenous Peoples