7–10Aboriginal Studies 7–10 Syllabus
The new Aboriginal Studies 7–10 Syllabus (2024) is to be implemented from 2027.
2025 and 2026 – Plan and prepare to teach the new syllabus
2027 – Start teaching the new syllabus
School sectors are responsible for implementing syllabuses and are best placed to provide schools with specific guidance and information on implementation given their understanding of their individual contexts.
Content
Life Skills
Through collaborative curriculum planning, it may be decided that Life Skills outcomes and content are the most appropriate option for some students with intellectual disability.
Visual arts that have personal importance and/or interest
The range of visual arts in Aboriginal Cultures
Language and protocols when engaging with Aboriginal Arts
Ways in which Aboriginal Peoples’ visual arts present Aboriginal Cultures and experiences
Aboriginal Peoples' art Practices prior to invasion and colonisation
The impact of invasion and colonisation on Aboriginal Peoples' visual arts
Contribution of visual arts Practices by Aboriginal Peoples and Torres Strait Islander Peoples nationally and internationally
The impact of visual arts Practices by Aboriginal Peoples on enhancing self-determination and autonomy of Aboriginal Peoples locally, regionally and nationally
Use of visual arts for self-expression
Ways in which people respond to visual arts
Aboriginal Peoples’ and Torres Strait Islander Peoples’ use of visual arts for expression
The importance of symbols and signs used by Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Artists to communicate ideas
Misuse of Aboriginal images
Principles and protocols for Community consultation regarding the use of Aboriginal images
Places in the local community where Aboriginal Art can be viewed
Contribution of Aboriginal Art to the Australian identity
Local, regional or national Aboriginal Art enterprises
The meaning of individual ownership
Familiar types of shared ownership
Respect for ownership
The difference between ownership and Custodianship
Custodianship as it relates to Aboriginal Cultures
Respect and appreciation for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural expressions
Appropriate Community consultation protocols
Awareness of ethical research practices
Explore visual arts Practices by Aboriginal Peoples
Share how Aboriginal Peoples' visual arts Practices are important to Aboriginal Peoples and Australian society