A graduate certificate or diploma of indigenous studies is a postgraduate qualification that is intended for students of any discipline with an interest in Aboriginal history, culture, politics and education.
Completing a graduate certificate or diploma of indigenous studies may lead to careers such as project officers, community service personnel and executive officers across a range of industries and business areas. You could work in the public service, human and community service organisations, or in the private sector.
Scholarships and grants may be available in some universities for this specific course. You can search through hundreds of scholarships listed on our website and find which best fit your financial needs.
Getting into this qualification typically requires that you have successfully completed a bachelor’s degree. Alternatively, there are universities that accept applicants on the basis of relevant work experience in indigenous communities or organisations where their role has provided them with the knowledge and skills expected of a graduate with a bachelor’s degree.