Andrew Peters

Dr. Andrew Peters serves as Associate Professor of Indigenous Studies within the School of Social Sciences, Media, Film and Education at Swinburne University of Technology. With over two decades of teaching experience since 2000, he has established himself as a leading academic in Indigenous education and research. His academic journey includes a Business degree with Honours from Swinburne's Lilydale campus and a PhD awarded in 2017 for his innovative artefact and exegesis project titled 'Moondani Yulenj: An examination of Aboriginal culture, identity and education'.

Dr. Peters' research spans multiple interconnected domains focused on contemporary Indigenous experiences and knowledge systems. His primary areas include cultural identity formation, the intersection of sport and culture, Indigenous tourism development, and the contemporary application of Indigenous Knowledges. His scholarly work bridges human geography, commercial services, marketing, and psychology with a consistent focus on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives. Recent research initiatives examine critical social issues such as private rental housing access for Indigenous peoples, national historical narratives, and cultural dimensions of family violence among young people.

Dr. Peters maintains an active research program supported by significant grants from the Australian Housing and Urban Research Institute, Australian Research Council, and other funding bodies. His collaborative approach extends to community organizations and government committees where he contributes his expertise to advance Indigenous perspectives in policy and practice.

Awards and Recognition

• Lifetime Achievement Award from Swinburne University of Technology (2019)
• PVC Faculty Award for Leadership and Service from Swinburne University of Technology (2018)
• Vice-Chancellor's Teaching Award for Indigenous Education from Swinburne University of Technology (2012)
• ALTC Citation for Outstanding Teaching from Australian Learning and Teaching Council (2008)

As an educator, Dr. Peters teaches across all undergraduate levels in Indigenous Studies and Tourism. His community engagement includes serving on the Victorian Aboriginal Remembrance Committee, as Board Member of Oonah Health & Community Services Aboriginal Corporation, and as Committee Member of the Yarra Ranges Council Indigenous Advisory Committee. This tripartite commitment to academic research, teaching excellence, and community partnership defines his comprehensive approach to advancing Indigenous education and cultural understanding.