Culture, society and indigenous

Choose culture, society and indigenous at Curtin

At Curtin, you’ll learn the dynamics of different societies and cultures, study applications of the written word while exploring contemporary issues.

Gain workplace skills

Access leadership programs, specialist facilities and industry placements that can increase your employability.

Learn in a culturally supportive environment

Curtin provides a supportive, culturally appropriate learning environment.

#1 graduates in Australia

Curtin outranks all WA public universities for undergraduate outcomes in full-time employment and starting salary, (Good Universities Guide 2024).

Choose from anthropology, Chinese, geography, history, international relations and Japanese – and gain skills applicable to different careers, while developing the confidence to make the changes you want to see in the world. You may also be able to tailor your studies to suit your interests.

Courses that may interest you…

Bachelor of Arts (International Relations)

Study the art of diplomacy and policy-making, and explore contemporary global issues.

Bachelor of Arts (Korean Studies)

Gain a strong understanding of Korean culture and language and expand your skills in intercultural literacy and global engagement.

Master of International Relations and National Security

Advance your expertise in analysing global trends, international diplomacy and addressing security challenges.

Master of Human Rights and Global Engagement

Gain advanced practical expertise and intercultural skills to engage in global human rights and social justice issues.

Master of Arts (Applied Linguistics)

Learn practical language teaching methodologies and how to plan syllabuses and language assessment procedures.

The Anthropology and Sociology course changed the way I think about the world. The course encourages you to question socially normalised practices to better understand the systems and structures that govern our lives. Being able to critique these accepted ways of being is crucial to breaking structures of inequality and marginalisation.

Claire Dodos Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Anthropology and Sociology major, Geography minor

Do you need to improve your English?

If you choose to improve your English skills by completing a course at Curtin English, you may be eligible to receive the Curtin English scholarship, which gives a financial credit of up to A$7,254* towards the tuition fees of your Curtin University course.

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