BA in Indonesian Studies (Advanced) in Darlington Australia | The University of Sydney

A diverse and captivating nation, Indonesia lies near Australia yet contrasts remarkably in countless aspects. Leveraging our deep connections within Indonesia and with the Indonesian-Australian community, you'll engage with a comprehensive, modern curriculum spanning history, government, physical landscapes, social studies, linguistics, and traditions.

Upon graduation, you'll possess advanced language proficiency, adaptable scholarly competencies, and in-depth regional expertise. The Indonesian Studies program equips you with both linguistic and analytical capabilities to utilize Indonesian across multiple contexts and conduct research using Indonesian sources.

Learners will follow designated pathways outlined in the course unit tables, tailored to their individual language proficiency. Those completing any pathway will earn a major qualification in Indonesian Studies.

Placement in language units depends on demonstrated proficiency through Higher School Certificate results (as detailed in the pathway links) or International Baccalaureate scores, supplemented by personal assessments before enrollment. For guidance on your appropriate level or pathway, consult the Department directly.

The Advanced Indonesian Studies track is designed for students achieving 80% or higher in HSC Indonesian Continuers or Extension courses.

From complete beginners to intermediate learners, you'll explore how Indonesia's intricate island geography has shaped its populations and customs within a historical framework where colonialism and modernization represent just the latest foreign influences. Advanced students and heritage speakers will examine contemporary Indonesian society through specialized seminars conducted entirely in Indonesian.