NIKERI Institute
Our history
The National Indigenous Knowledges Education Research Innovation (NIKERI) Institute is proud of more than 30 years of history at Deakin and acknowledges the more than 1000 students who have graduated.
Like the original Koorie Teacher Education Program (KTEP) and then evolution into the Institute of Koorie Education (IKE), the renaming to NIKERI Institute demonstrates the institute's growing capabilities.
The name change reflects a national footprint inclusive of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and growing Indigenous Knowledges and commitment to Indigenous research within the institute.
In this section
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Indigenous academic success
We are committed to your success. Discover the tailored services you can access to develop your academic skills. -
Student support
NIKERI Institute provides assistance with many aspects of the needs of enrolled First Nations at Deakin. -
Exams
It's important that you read your exam guidelines and confirm your exam supervision details with NIKERI Institute. -
Timetables
View the 2023 NIKERI Institute yearly timetable and weekly teaching timetable for intensives. -
Staff
View NIKERI academic and professional staff directory. -
Graduates
View Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander graduates over the last 25 years. -
Research
Embrace your cultural heritage and make a difference by exploring the richness of Indigenous knowledge through a research degree.
You may be interested in
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Tutoring
Access free academic support from qualified tutors through the Indigenous Tutorial Network. -
Have a yarn with a counsellor
Kate Towart is your Social and Emotional Wellbeing (SEWB) counsellor. Kate supports all First Nations students and is available Tuesday–Friday. -
Indigenous Higher Education Scholarship
If you need financial support so you can focus on your studies, you may be eligible to receive up to $4000.