INDIGST 701 / Theories in Critical Indigenous Studies

3 unit(s)

Prerequisite(s): Must be enrolled in MA Indigenous Studies

This course explores, interrogates, and synthesizes theories in critical Indigenous Studies. Indigenous Studies theories are informed locally and internationally by disciplines such as Literary and Performing Arts, Gender, History, Cultural Studies, Health, Education, Postcolonial Studies, Political Science, Sociology, and most importantly Indigenous traditions, laws, languages, and worldviews. Students will analyse the ways that theoretical developments in these cognate disciplines help inform research to improve the lives of Indigenous Peoples, the core reason why Indigenous Studies exists.