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Investigate features of Australian culture

Investigate features of Australian culture

Module
National Code
VU23834
State Code
BA532
DTWD Status
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
25/08/2025
Field of Education
120199 - General Education Programmes, N.e.c.
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge to investigate and become familiar with aspects of contemporary Australian culture. It requires the ability to investigate and present information relating to Australian identity and culture.

This unit applies to learners wishing to develop their general knowledge of features of Australian culture as a means of developing their literacy and numeracy skills.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
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Elements and Performance Criteria
Investigate concepts of contemporary Australian identity and culture
  • 1.1 Identify the international perception of Australian identity and culture
  • 1.2 Discuss your own perceptions of Australian identity and culture
  • 1.3 Compare your own perceptions and broader perceptions of Australian identity and culture
  • 1.4 Describe Australian cultural icons and why they are identified as an icon
Investigate a local example of Australian art or culture
  • 2.1 Locate an example of Australian art or culture
  • 2.2 Describe the significance of the example
  • 2.3 Describe the key characteristics of the example
  • 2.4 Explain reasons for selection and give an opinion of the example
Describe the features of an Australian film
  • 3.1 Identify the title, creators and key participants
  • 3.2 Describe the setting and location of the film
  • 3.3 List the key events of the film
  • 3.4 Identify any significant issues or themes
  • 3.5 Apply a range of strategies to critically analyse the film
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AX556 VU22429 Investigate features of Australian culture Unit of competency
Associated Qual/Courses
State Code National Code Title Type
BHE24 22692VIC Certificate III in General Education for Adults Accredited course
BHE22 22691VIC Certificate II in General Education for Adults Accredited course