Indonesian Language Courses

Indonesian Studies enables you to explore the fascinating linguistic and cultural heritage of one of Australia's closest neighbours.

This study area equips you with appropriate knowledge and skills for communicating in standard Indonesian/Malay as well as for critical reading of sources in the language. Through language study, you’ll develop an understanding of Indonesia and the Malay world.

Choosing Indonesian Studies at UNSW allows you to combine the teaching of practical language skills with the study of Indonesia’s history, society, culture, and customs.

You will be able to understand specific intricacies of Indonesian culture, working with cultural experts to help you uncover the unique heritage and politics of this fascinating and richly diverse island nation. 

Indonesian Studies enables students to explore the fascinating linguistic and cultural heritage of one of Australia's closest neighbours, and equip them with appropriate knowledge and skills for communicating in standard Indonesian/Malay as well as for critical reading of sources in the language.

Through language study, students are expected to develop an understanding of Indonesia and the Malay world.

At UNSW, Indonesian Studies combine the teaching of practical language skills with the study of history, society, culture and customs.

Students will gain knowledge and skills relevant to a wide range of career paths, from business, trade and commerce to diplomacy, tourism, interpreting and translating, and the media.

Placement Information

Students who wish to enrol in a language course without completing the necessary prerequisites are required to complete an online placement application form before the commencement of the semester.