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English Major

Code MAAAKC

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About this Major

English prepares each student to enter the world of work as a rigorous reader, a compelling writer, an effective speaker, a critical and creative thinker, and an engaged, respectful world citizen - all skills employers seek.

Through the breadth and depth of their reading and writing, students develop a high level of transferable English language and critical thinking skills.

Code

MAAAKC

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Joondalup
South West
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Details

Structure

Students are required to complete the following six Learning units, plus one Assessment unit (SAH3870 Arts Project Capstone):

Year 1

LEVEL 1 INTRODUCED

Stage A
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
ENG1840Discovering Literature15
Stage B
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
ENG1820Popular Texts for Young People15

Year 2

LEVEL 2 CONSOLIDATED

Stage A
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
ENG2818Literature and Theory15
Stage B
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
ENG2865Graphic Novels15

Year 3

LEVEL 3 DEMONSTRATED

Stage A
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
ENG3806Australian Literature15
Stage B
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
ENG3840From Fiction to Film15
SAH3870Arts Capstone Project30

For more detailed unit information for this Major take a look at our Handbook. To organise your life for next semester visit the Teaching timetable.

Student handbook

Career Opportunities

Employment opportunities

The major successfully prepares the graduate for a diverse range of careers requiring communication skills, critical thinking, and considered analysis.

Possible future job titles

Author, Biographer, Government Adviser, Journalist, Overseas Aid Worker, Politician, Press Secretary, Public Servant, Publicist, Publisher, Community Service Professional, Marketing Manager

This Major can be studied in the following courses

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