School of Indigenous Studies
Gnalla Moorditj Bullargar – We are strong together
Achieving excellence and equity in all aspects of higher education for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. The School of Indigenous Studies empowers its staff, students and researchers.
Acknowledgement of Traditional Owners
The University of Western Australia acknowledges the custodians and traditional custodians and traditional owners of land on which any of its campuses are located.
At the main camps, Crawley, the University acknowledges the Whadjuk Noongar people as the traditional owners of the land on which it is situated. The Whadjuk Noongar remain the spiritual and cultural custodians of their land, and continue to practice their languages, beliefs and knowledge.
At the main camps, Crawley, the University acknowledges the Whadjuk Noongar people as the traditional owners of the land on which it is situated. The Whadjuk Noongar remain the spiritual and cultural custodians of their land, and continue to practice their languages, beliefs and knowledge.
Join us at Bilya Marlee
In 2020, the School of Indigenous Studies moved into our new home, Bilya Marlee, meaning ‘river of the swan’. This purpose-built facility is also home to the Centre for Aboriginal Medical and Dental Health (CAMDH) and Poche Centre for Indigenous Health.
Bilya Marlee offers informal learning spaces, collaborative learning and spill-out spaces, and a variety of research and postgraduate offices.
Our courses
Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing
Indigenous Knowledge History and Heritage
Outreach Programs
We offer a range of programs for Indigenous high school students. Visit our Perth or Albany campus or invite us to your school and learn about university life.
Scholarships
Whether you’re a commencing student or currently enrolled in an undergraduate or postgraduate degree, there are many scholarships available to Indigenous students studying at UWA.
Research
We’re committed to Indigenous-led, quality research that makes a positive contribution to both Indigenous and academic communities.
News and events
Get in touch
Address: 35 Stirling Highway, Perth WA 6009 Australia
Phone: (+61 8) 6488 3428
8.30am–5.00pm (AWST), Monday to Friday
Email: [email protected]