TCE First Nations Studies Level 3

TCE First Nations Studies Level 3

What will I learn?

By engaging with this course learners will develop an understanding of First Nations:

• identity
• culture
• ways of knowing and being
• relationships
• historical narratives 

Other areas for exploration include the causes and consequences of First Nations interactions with non-Aboriginal peoples, and the challenges and opportunities which such interaction led to. The course will further develop an awareness of the assertion of First Nations’ rights and interrelationships globally.

Why should I study this course?

If you are about to begin Year 11 or Year 12 and:

• are interested in learning about the world religions
• enjoy reading texts and watching films about people, places and events from the different cultures
• prefer a variety of learning activities and assessment tasks
• want to develop your ability to build evidence based arguments and think critically in Year 11/12, University, or the workplace
• preparing for or supporting senior courses in Year 11/12 or University which require you acknowledge the origin of your information

What Skills does this course provide?

• Analytical thinking and innovation 

• Active learning and learning strategies 

• Complex problem solving 

• Critical thinking and analysis 

• Creativity, originality and initiative 

• Leadership and social influence 

• Resilience, stress tolerance and flexibility 

• Reasoning, problem-solving and ideation 

• Persuasion and negotiation 

• Communication 

• Written comprehension 

• Judgement and decision-making 

• Reading and oral comprehension 

• Multitasking 

• Empathy 

• Social perceptiveness 

• Attention to detail 

• Problem-solving 

• Active listening

What Pathway Options does this course provide?

This course ensures you are well prepared and supported for English and Humanities TCE courses and prepares your for University. Related pathways may include but are not limited to:

Economist,  Historian, Education (Senior Secondary), Academic (University), Lawyer,  Arts and entertainment entrepreneur,  Playwright, Media advisor Communications Officer, Publishing Editor, Fact-checker, Publisher, Writer/Author Researcher, Journalist, Barrister, Judge, Criminologist, Policy developer (health, corporate, legal, etc.)  Manager Human resources, Policy analyst, Political scientist, Project and program administrator, Research and development manager, Foreign affairs and trade officer, Business consultant Resource economist, Community worker, Social researcher, Counsellor, Student advisor, Psychiatrist, Psychologist, Welfare case manager, Youth worker, Social worker.