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Learn to master the art of storytelling and work towards your dream career as an author, editor, freelancer, or communications strategist. Your studies will equip you with the skills to succeed in a broad range of publishing contexts. Experiment with different genres of writing, including novels, short stories, poetry and screenwriting, with all creative outcomes workshopped by supportive peers and enthusiastic staff.

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:

CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
CMN116 Managing Global Logistics
EGL120 International Business Strategy
EGL201 International Marketing
EGL205 Contexts of Practice: Mental Health Care
EGL206 Anatomy and Physiology
CMN320 Contexts of Practice: The Older Person and Family
EGL385 Introduction to Practice Competencies in Nursing

PLUS select 1 course from:  

CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
CMN260 Contexts of practice: child, youth and family
CMN266 Preparation for Practice 2

Minor (4)

For a minor in English, students must successfully complete 4 courses:

CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
EGL120 Drug Therapy
EGL201 Contexts of Practice: Health Alteration
EGL205 Nursing Practice 2
EGL385 Health Law and Ethics