University of Adelaide
Degree overview
The Bachelor of Arts enables you to pursue two areas of academic interest at the same time with a double major.
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You could continue your studies with a Master of Teaching with Humanities and Social Sciences as a Learning Area. If this interests you, please read How Do IBecome a Teacher before selecting your courses.
Snapshot
Snapshot
This degree is flexible and opens up a range of career possibilities. As a student studying the Creative Writing and Literature major you will explore historical and contemporary fiction, non-fiction, poetry, autobiographies, essays and plays.
You will focus on:
developing analytical skills
developing creative writing skills
exploring how different oral and written texts impact the cultures of the world
You will:
demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the contexts and cultural influences of a wide range of literature and the theory and practice of creative writing.
be equipped to work independently and collaboratively to construct effective arguments and produce creative and critical texts across a wide range of genres and written media.
have a defined set of writing, editing and relevant analytical skills that can be used in a broad range of professional contexts.
You will also graduate with advanced writing, presentation, digital, communication, research and problem-solving skills that can be transferable across a range of roles and are highly regarded by prospective employers.
If you finish your degree with a credit or higher Grade Point Average (GPA), you could also be eligible for the one-year Bachelor of Arts (Honours) degree. You could also continue your studies with a Master of Teaching and teach English in Australia and overseas. If this interests you, please read How Do I Become a Teacher before selecting your courses.
If you would like to apply directly into the Bachelor of Arts/Master of Teaching (Secondary) package option, please apply via SATAC using 444521.
If you apply to the Master of Teaching packaged degree option (444521), you will apply into the Bachelor of Arts and in your first year select your specialisation as Creative Writing and Literature.
What you’ll learn
What you Learn
This specialisation allows you to delve into the English language. You will study historical and contemporary fiction, non-fiction, poetry, autobiographies, essays and plays. As you begin to create your own great classics, you will also learn how different oral and written texts have impacted cultures around the world. Under the guidance of highly experienced academics you will:
develop analytical skills
develop creative writing skills
explore how different oral and written texts have impacted on the cultures of the world
This degree allows you to select two majors, so you graduate with broad knowledge in two areas of interest. You can choose your second major from:
Applied Linguistics
Cultural Studies
English Language*
History and Global Politics
Languages (French/Italian/Japanese)
Law, Politics and Policy
Performing Arts
Psychology
Screen Studies
Social Media
Sociology
You will also complete two core courses, four courses from a selected list of minors, and two electives.
| Course level | Undergraduate |
|---|---|
| CRICOS Code | 097508C |
| Institution Name | University of Adelaide |
| Campus Location | Magill |
| Institution Type | University |
| Course Duration | 3 year(s) full-time |
| Course University | University of Adelaide |
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