Sana Nakata is an Indigenous University of Melbourne Law graduate (LLB Hons 2006). She is currently completing her PhD.
Read an abridged version of Sana Nakata's opening address to the Australia 2020 Summit (12 May 2008).
Indigenous students
The University of Melbourne has as a high priority to consult and work with indigenous Australians in order to assist Indigenous communities meet their social and educational needs and aspirations. The University achieves this through its teaching and research offerings and through its community interactions.
Courses:
- Undergraduate:
- Bachelor of Arts (Extended)
The Bachelor of Arts (Extended) is a new course for motivated and aspiring Indigenous students who have not obtained the results for direct entry into the Bachelor of Arts.
The course runs over four years and facilitates a supported transition to University through the provision of an additional study year specifically designed to develop appropriate academic skills for success at University.
In addition, students will be supported through the Centre for Indigenous Education as well as residing at one of the colleges affiliated with the University of Melbourne. - All undergraduate courses
- Bachelor of Arts (Extended)
- Graduate (coursework and research)
- Search for a course
- What subjects will I study?
Information about:
- Scholarships
- Special entry and access schemes:
- Student Services
- The University
Useful links:
- Indigenous studies at Melbourne
A comprehensive listing of, and links to, all indigenous related activities at the University of Melbourne. - Centre for Indigenous Education (CIE)
The CIE provides support services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students currently undertaking undergraduate and graduate courses at the University of Melbourne and its affiliated institutions. - The Wilin Centre
The Wilin Centre for Indigenous Arts and Cultural Development (Wilin Centre) at the VCA Southbank campus is dedicated to providing a holistic approach to supporting Indigenous students and artists. - Partnerships
The University maintains important partnerships for indigenous students such as the Academy of Sport, Health and Education (ASHE) and the Wilin Centre at the Victorian College of the Arts. - Indigenous Perspectives at Trinity College
Trinity College provides news on visiting Indigenous scholars, resources for Indigenous students, including publications and scholarships and information on new initiatives at Trinity.