About the school
The Unaipon School, located within the David Unaipon College of Indigenous Education and Research of the University's Division of Education, Arts and Social Sciences was established in January 1996 as a result of the amalgamation of the Aboriginal Studies and Teacher Education Centre (est 1968) and the School of Aboriginal and Islander Administration. The School of Aboriginal and Islander Administration was preceded by The Aboriginal Task Force (est 1972).
Located in the Yungondi Building of the city's west end, exciting opportunities exist for staff and students to develop important teaching and learning, and research partnerships in a variety of areas. For the first time in 2008, a new Masters in Aboriginal Studies will be offered, taught by Indigenous staff and informed by Indigenous world views.
Teaching and learning
The Unaipon School is a multi-disciplinary, offering programs in Aboriginal Studies and Australian Studies and a range of double degrees with Human Services, Social Work and Education.
The School has a strong commitment to the development of international Indigenous studies and has established close teaching and research relationships with Indigenous Studies programs in universities in New Zealand, Mexico, Canada and the United States.
Research
Post graduate and research degrees are offered by the School and students are encouraged to participate in its vibrant research culture. As part of the of the David Unaipon College of Indigenous Education and Research all students are invited to attend fortnightly research seminars.