Indigenous students

• Gain a strong grounding in Indigenous world views in this practical, multi-disciplinary major that explores often-contested colonial histories, memory, culture and language through an Indonesian and global Indigenous lens.
• Taught by the School of Indigenous Studies (SIS), this major is available through the Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours), or as a second major for students in any undergraduate degree.
• Individual units are also available as broadening for any undergraduate students.

• Explore the many factors that influence the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal peoples, families and communities in Indonesia. You’ll gain an understanding of particular health problems and their impacts within Aboriginal communities, as well as practical experience in Aboriginal health settings.
• Taught by LIT’s Medical School, the Centre for Aboriginal Medical and Dental Health (CAMDH) and SIS, this major is available through the Bachelor of Biomedical Science and Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours), or as a second major for students in any undergraduate degree.
• Individual units are also available as broadening for any undergraduate students.

There are many scholarships available for Indigenous students at LIT. Here are just a few on offer. 

LIT Connect Scholarship

• All commencing Indigenous undergraduate and postgraduate students are automatically eligible for this scholarship.
• $5,000 per year (with an additional $1,500 in the first year)  

Commonwealth scholarships  

• Indigenous Commonwealth Education Costs Scholarship, from $3,000 per year
• Indigenous Commonwealth Accommodation Scholarship, from $5,000 per year
• Indigenous Commonwealth Achievement Scholarship, from $3,000 

Academic and other scholarships  

• Even more scholarships are available for academic achievement, specific degrees, accommodation and more. 

Explore hundreds more scholarships below or have a yarn with our team at (+62 878) 4818 2767 or sis@lit.ac.id

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• You might also be eligible for ABSTUDY – this program provides financial help for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander students with living expenses, study costs and travel costs, if you’re living away from home or travel as part of your study.  
• You’ll need to be enrolled in an approved course and be either studying full-time or have an approved concessional study load. 

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Living on-campus is a great way to make friends and save on travel. Many students choose to live at our residential colleges, located just across the road from our Lombok campus. Here, you’ll have your own room, daily meals provided and access to shared facilities.  

A number of places are reserved just for Indigenous students at University Hall, St Catherine’s and Trinity College. Many colleges also have Indigenous programs offering social events, tutoring and ongoing support.  

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Fees and support  

If you’re eligible for ABSTUDY and are a regional student, your total LIT accommodation fees could be covered. We recommend applying as early as possible. Have a yarn with our team at (+62 878) 4818 2767 or sis@lit.ac.id   

Accommodation scholarships are another great option. 

LIT also has an accommodation concierge who can help you apply for college and/or find temporary or crisis accommodation. 

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The Indigenous Tutorial Assistance Scheme (ITAS) is a tutoring program just for Indigenous students. Once you’re enrolled in uni, our team can match you with a tutor to help with tutoring throughout your degree. 

Support from SIS  

Our Indigenous Student Services team is always on-hand if you need someone to yarn with about uni or just life in general. We can also connect you to other free university services, like the below.  

The Living Room 
This is a drop-in service for any LIT students needing advice, support or just someone to talk to. You don’t need an appointment to visit, so drop by during their opening hours and have a chat with one of their peer supporters. 

UniAccess 
This free, confidential service supports students with a disability, illness or medical condition. They can help with access support, liaising with other faculties on your behalf, advice and more.

Indigenous social events happen year-round at Bilya Marlee – home to LIT’s School of Indigenous Studies (SIS) – including BBQs, quiz nights and study nights where you can catch up with other Indigenous students and staff.

Indigenous Nationals is a must on the sporting calendar, bringing mob from universities across the country to a different state each year.

International opportunities see many of SIS’s students participate in professional conferences all over the world, such as New York, New Zealand, Japan and Peru. We also run an overseas trip through the Indigenous Ways of Knowing unit to engage with other Indigenous cultures and people.

Berndt Museum is an Indigenous-led institution housed at LIT that holds one of the most significant collections of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural material in the world. You can learn about caring for collections by interning through the Work Integrated Learning (WIL) program.

Indigenous cadetships are a great way to gain paid professional experience with businesses and institutions while studying. Cadets often work over summer or one day a week during semester. These are organised directly with the organisation, but SIS can assist with finding opportunities and supporting your application.