Monash University
Bachelor of Arts (Literary Studies)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationLiterary studies brings together people who are passionate about literature and creative writing. Through core units you’ll be exposed to different cultural and historical contexts. You’ll then have the option to take electives from either literary studies or creative writing. You’ll study some of the best-known and most interesting contemporary and historical literature, including novels, poems, short stories and non-fiction.
You’ll develop an advanced understanding of literature in cultural, historical and professional contexts, be able to discuss literature informed by an understanding of literary movements, themes, genres and literary theory, and be able to explain how and why literature continues to shape society. Learn how to write critically about what you read and develop your understanding of the relations between language, literature and culture. You’ll have the option to take electives from either literary studies or creative writing.
Delivery mode
Monash University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 381 Royal Parade, Parkville
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
You need to satisfy all of the following requirements to be considered for entry into this course
Equivalent Australian Year 12
- Units 3 & 4: a study score of at least 27 in English (EAL) or 25 in English other than EAL
- At least 4 in English SL or 3 in English HL or 5 in English B SL or 4 in English B HL
- VCE subject prerequisites demonstrating the required level of performance in Year 12 or equivalent in English
- VET Diploma graduates: To be considered, applicants who have completed VCE or its equivalent and who are applying with a Humanities or Social Science based diploma will require an average result of at least 60%. Applicants who have not completed VCE but have completed a Humanities or Social Science based diploma will require an average result of at least 70%. Programs that involve competency-based assessment without grades or marks will not meet the admission requirements.
- VET Certificate IV graduates: To be considered, applicants who have completed VCE or its equivalent and who are applying with a Humanities or Social Science based Cert IV will require an average result of at least 80%. Programs that involve competency-based assessment without grades or marks will not meet the admission requirements. No credit is granted for these studies.
- University: To be considered on the basis of tertiary study alone, applicants who have completed VCE or equivalent will be required to complete the equivalent of one year (48 credit points) of a recognised university degree and will require an average result of at least 60% (including failed units). For applicants who have completed less than the equivalent of one year of study, both the senior secondary qualification results and the units completed will be considered.
- Multiple pathways to this course
- Applicants who have successfully completed Year 12 are eligible to apply for this course.
- Applicants with no formal secondary or tertiary qualifications are not eligible to apply for this course. This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
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Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Arts (Literary Studies) will prepare you for the following roles.
Writer
A Writer writes fiction and nonfiction pieces for a range of purposes. You might specialise in a particular type of writing such as poetry, short s...
Journalist
A Journalist writes and presents news stories in a range of media formats. You might research news events and conduct interviews with news subjects...
Author
Authors are professional writers who write books for publication and sale, either fiction or non-fiction. They develop their original ideas into a...
Biographer
Biographers are professional writers who research and write the true story of someone’s life. They are often hired by actors, celebrities, and publ...
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