The English major explores the forms and depths of stories that have shaped societies globally. You will explore world-changing narratives, including Australian literature, classics, world literature, non-fiction, Indigenous writing, and social media and learn about editing and publishing, supported by skilled and passionate staff.
You will develop reading, analytical, communication and creative writing skills to equip you with the innovation and empathy required to succeed in the workplace now and into the future.
Major (8)
For a major in English, students must successfully complete 8 courses:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| CMN116 Playing with Words: an Introduction to Creative Writing Craft |
| 12 | |
| EGL120 The ' English' Tradition: An Introduction to Literary Studies |
| 12 | |
| EGL201 Reality Bites: An Exploration of Non-Fiction |
| 12 | |
| EGL205 Imagined Homelands: An Exploration of Australian Literature |
| 12 | |
| EGL206 Reading Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Writing |
| 12 | |
| CMN320 Creative Writing and Editing for Publication |
| 12 | Pre: Completion of 192 units of study |
| EGL385 Wonderworlds: An Exploration of Theory and Fiction |
| 12 | Anti: AUS285, AUS585 or EGL285 |
PLUS select 1 course from:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| CMN260 Writing the Short Story |
| 12 | |
| CMN266 Writing Poetry |
| 12 |
Minor (4)
For a minor in English, students must successfully complete 4 courses:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| EGL120 The ' English' Tradition: An Introduction to Literary Studies |
| 12 | |
| EGL201 Reality Bites: An Exploration of Non-Fiction |
| 12 | |
| EGL205 Imagined Homelands: An Exploration of Australian Literature |
| 12 | |
| EGL385 Wonderworlds: An Exploration of Theory and Fiction |
| 12 | Anti: AUS285, AUS585 or EGL285 |