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 |
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CMN116 Project Management Principles | |||
EGL120 Project Risk | |||
EGL201 Wildlife Ecology and Conservation | |||
EGL205 Coastal Conservation Planning | |||
EGL206 Restoration Ecology | |||
CMN320 Agricultural and Forest Ecology | |||
EGL385 Playing with Words: an Introduction to Creative Writing Craft |
PLUS select 1 course from:
Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
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CMN260 The ' English' Tradition: An Introduction to Literary Studies | |||
CMN266 Reality Bites: An Exploration of Non-Fiction |
Minor (4)
For a minor in English, students must successfully complete 4 courses:
Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
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EGL120 Imagined Homelands: An Exploration of Australian Literature | |||
EGL201 Reading Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Writing | |||
EGL205 Creative Writing and Editing for Publication | |||
EGL385 Wonderworlds: An Exploration of Theory and Fiction |