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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 Financial Management
EGL120 Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility
EGL201 Human Resource Management
EGL205 New Business Planning
EGL206 Strategic Performance Measurement Systems
CMN320 Event Management
EGL385 Quantitative Data Analysis

PLUS select 1 course from:  

CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
CMN260 Leading and Managing Organisational Change
CMN266 Project Management

Minor (4)

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

CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
EGL120 Cultural Intelligence for International Business Managers
EGL201 Managing Knowledge Assets
EGL205 Leadership Development
EGL385 Marketing Strategy