POLS30039 Australian Indigenous Public Policy

University of Melbourne · Level 3 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 2.

Is POLS30039 hard?

POLS30039: About average. Makes it easier: No final exam, Only 2.5 class hours a week. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.

What you learn

How government policy has shaped the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, from assimilation to self-rule.

After it you can

What you need first

None

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How it’s assessed

Assignments 35%, Reports and essays 65%

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Quick answers

When is POLS30039 offered?
Runs in 2026: Semester 2.
What do I need before taking POLS30039?
No prerequisites.
Does POLS30039 have a final exam?
No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Assignments 35%, Reports and essays 65%.
How many class hours a week does POLS30039 have?
2.5 h a week in class
Can I take POLS30039 as breadth?
Yes, for: Bachelor of Biomedicine, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art), Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Science.
Can I rate POLS30039?
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Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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