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IAS521 - Principles of Research in Indigenous Contexts

2026

Sector

Higher Education

Discipline

Indigenous Knowledges

Credit Points

Equivalent Units

(INR500)

Prerequisites

Incompatible

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Assumed Knowledge

Unit Description

This unit explores the processes of research conducted in Indigenous contexts and with Indigenous people. Students will develop a stronger awareness and understanding of the diverse range of Indigenous contexts for research and the ways in which their own epistemological, socio-cultural and socio-economic assumptions can influence research processes and outcomes. Principles for appropriate, respectful, inclusive and effective research are negotiated in preparation for the application of these principles in a major research project. A critical analysis of a range of Indigenous contexts challenges and extends students' knowledge and perspectives on Indigenous research and prepares them to uphold ethical research practices.

Unit Learning Outcomes

1.	Analyse the concepts, and the varying perceptions, of what defines an Indigenous research context and the ways they are constructed.
2.	Evaluate examples of research in Indigenous contexts.
3.	Analyse a range of epistemological, socio-cultural and economic issues that influence research in Indigenous contexts.
4.	Critically analyse the influences of colonialism, racism and privilege in the conduct of research in Indigenous contexts.
5.	Collaboratively negotiate and evaluate agreed principles for conducting effective and respectful research in Indigenous contexts.
6.	Apply principles of effective and respectful Indigenous research in research scenarios.

Assessment Overview

	Assessment Task	Value (of total mark)	Related Learning Outcome/s
1.	Case Study (3,000 words)	50%	1,2,3,4
2.	Presentation (20 minutes)	50%	5,6

Unit Availability

Year	Semester	Att Mode	Location	Learning Method	Timetable*
2026	Semester 1	External	External Studies	OLR	View

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