| The unit is designed to give an introduction to the life and language of Yolngu people in Northeast Arnhem Land. The course concentrates on Yolngu Matha (Yolngu language) forms of Gupapuyngu and focuses on the everyday community version of the language. A basic grounding in the sounds of the languages, the grammar, and a basic vocabulary will give a foundation for the learning of other Yolngu languages. Various aspects of kinship, Yolngu life, creation stories, songs, art and ceremonies, and how these relate together, will be presented. |
