# Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies (ATSIS) Unit

**Source**: https://indigenous-engagement.uq.edu.au/atsisu
**Parent**: https://about.uq.edu.au/strategy-values/reconciliation/stretch-rap

A place of belonging.

## About the ATSIS Unit

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies (ATSIS) Unit provides a focus for community outreach, student support, research, and teaching and learning, including coordination of the [Indigenous Studies Major](https://indigenous-engagement.uq.edu.au/study/indigenous-studies).

Established in 1984 and officially launched in 1985 with an inaugural cohort of 50 students, the ATSIS Unit has continued to support and celebrate Indigenous cultures and recognise the significant contributions Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples make to UQ.

In 2025, **the ATSIS Unit celebrated 40 years** as a place of belonging and the heart of Indigenous excellence at UQ, with events and stories that honour the past and continue to shape our future.

[Find out more](https://indigenous-engagement.uq.edu.au/atsisu/atsis-unit-40th-anniversary)

## How the ATSIS Unit can support you

From pre-enrolment through to graduation, the ATSIS Unit can provide assistance with:

- **admission to UQ**, including information on UQ’s range of programs, pre-enrolment preparation programs and alternative entry pathways
- **orientation for new students** to assist with the transition to University life and study
- **advice on scholarships and prizes,** including cadetships and student support payments
- **learning support and advice**, including workshops, group sessions, tutorial sessions and individual consultations.

[Learn about accessing the unit](https://dev-indigenous-engagement-uq.pantheonsite.io/atsisu/accessing-and-using-atsisu)

## Locations

### St Lucia campus

We're located on Level 2 of the Bookshop Building (4).

[View St Lucia campus on UQ Maps](https://maps.uq.edu.au/?campusId=406&zLevel=2&zoom=18&identifier=011ac34b02bd0d6043476733080d888f6f7a27f771a66decf2d380b0f8e2a0af)

### Gatton campus

We’re located in Room 110, Management Studies Building (Building 8117), near the Central Walkway.

[View Gatton campus on UQ Maps](https://maps.uq.edu.au/?campusId=467&zLevel=1&zoom=18&identifier=1e127e080491ec30b74bd1da14ae51a001cc556ac51217308a05b7ed67ea2ef5)

## Connect with us

Explore the services we offer to support you and enrich your time as a student.

### [Future students](https://indigenous-engagement.uq.edu.au/study)

Learn about study options, how to apply and what life is like as a university student.

### [Current students](https://indigenous-engagement.uq.edu.au/current-students)

Discover support services and community groups to engage with during your time at UQ.

### [Research](https://indigenous-engagement.uq.edu.au/research)

Explore research output or learn how to apply for a research degree.

## Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

Watch the video to see ATSISU staff answer some of our frequently asked questions.