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 Research Project B | |||
| EGL120 Research Project C | |||
| EGL201 Research Project F | |||
| EGL205 Research Methods in Education | |||
| EGL206 Research Design: Method and Literature Review | |||
| CMN320 Playing with Words: an Introduction to Creative Writing Craft | |||
| EGL385 The ' English' Tradition: An Introduction to Literary Studies |
PLUS select 1 course from:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| CMN260 Reality Bites: An Exploration of Non-Fiction | |||
| CMN266 Imagined Homelands: An Exploration of Australian Literature |
Minor (4)
For a minor in English, students must successfully complete 4 courses:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| EGL120 Reading Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Writing | |||
| EGL201 Creative Writing and Editing for Publication | |||
| EGL205 Wonderworlds: An Exploration of Theory and Fiction | |||
| EGL385 Writing the Short Story |