The Batchelor Institute of Indigenous Tertiary Education is proud to announce the 2024 Graduation Ceremony, set to take place on Thursday, 6th June 2024, at the Batchelor Campus. This event celebrates the remarkable achievements of our students, with 226 graduands receiving 247 individual awards. Representing 76 different communities, these graduands exemplify Batchelor Institute's prowess in delivering courses across the Northern Territory, demonstrating our commitment to Both-Ways Learning – a unique educational philosophy that integrates Indigenous knowledge with Western academic principles. Of the graduands, 44% are female (99), and 56% are male (127), highlighting the diverse and inclusive nature of our student body.
Highlights of the Ceremony:
- Diverse Representation: Graduands from 76 different communities, reflecting the broad reach and inclusive nature of Batchelor Institute.
- Significant Achievements: A total of 247 awards will be conferred, highlighting the academic excellence and perseverance of our students.
- Cultural Celebrations: The ceremony will feature traditional performances and acknowledgments, celebrating the rich cultural heritage of our Indigenous students.
Mr Joe Martin-Jard, Chief Executive Officer of Batchelor Institute, expressed his pride in the graduands: "Each of our students has shown tremendous resilience and commitment to their education. The graduation ceremony is not just a celebration of academic achievement but also a recognition of the strength and vitality of Indigenous cultures."
Batchelor Institute 2024 Graduation Fact File
The top six course in order of graduand numbers are:
- CERTIFICATE I IN ACCESS TO VOCATIONAL PATHWAYS (30)
- CERTIFICATE I IN AUTOMOTIVE VOCATIONAL PREPARATION (28)
- CERTIFICATE II IN CONSERVATION AND ECOSYSTEM MANAGEMENT (24)
- CERTIFICATE II IN SKILLS FOR WORK AND VOCATIONAL PATHWAYS (18)
- CERTIFICATE III IN COMMUNITY SERVICES (18)
- CERTIFICATE II IN CONSTRUCTION (17)