Indigenous Studies PhD | Indigenous Strategy, Education & Research

Indigenous Studies is an interdisciplinary field of study which engages, contests and builds on an earlier understanding of Indigenous societies developed through the disciplines of anthropology, archaeology and linguistics and viewed through the Western imagination. Indigenous Studies at Nura Gili develops and challenges our understanding of the contemporary position of Indigenous peoples in Australia. It also brings Indigenous issues into the realm of academic inquiry in Australian history, Australian literature, the fine arts, education, psychology, politics and public policy, sociology, law, social work, medicine, health, and the natural and built environment.

Particular research strengths at Nura Gili include:

Indigenous Studies
Indigenous Education
Cultural Studies
Museum Studies

Our areas of supervision are:

Indigenous Studies
Indigenous History
Indigenous Education
Cultural Studies
Museum Studies

Eligibility

Admission to the Doctor of Philosophy degree requires one of the following qualifications:

a completed undergraduate degree with Honours 2/1 or equivalent (for example at UNSW, this is graded as distinction level or 75%-plus)
a completed Masters by Research degree or equivalent postgraduate qualification that includes a substantial research component written up as an academic thesis, awarded at or above distinction level or equivalent
in exceptional circumstances, sufficient evidence of research experience that clearly demonstrates exceptional research skills and the ability to undertake the proposed research program.

How to apply

Applications for PhDs by Research must be submitted online via Apply Online. Supporting documentation including transcripts, testamurs, portfolios, research proposal and proof of contact with your potential supervisor should be submitted at the same time through the online application system.

The following links will assist you in preparing your Postgraduate Research application:

Graduate Research School: How to apply

You should determine your eligibility for the PhD program by filling out the UNSW HDR Self-Assessment Tool on the Graduate Research School web page.

UNSW Postgraduate Research Scholarship Information
For program rules and structure please visit the UNSW Handbook

Research opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students