Bachelor of Arts majoring in English Literature at University of Adelaide

University of Adelaide

Australia, Adelaide

Duration3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 43,400 / year(s)

Bachelor of Arts majoring in English Literature at University of Adelaide

The Bachelor of Arts majoring in English Literature at University of Adelaide is a Bachelor program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered on campus at the Adelaide City campus in Australia, the program is taught in English and takes 3 year(s) to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities.

About Bachelor of Arts majoring in English Literature

With a focus on the increasingly complex challenges facing individuals, communities and societies, our Bachelor of Arts gives you the relevant and transferrable skills and perspectives suited to a range of diverse careers.

Majoring in English literature, you’ll develop analytical and critical thinking skills, complex problem-solving abilities, creativity and initiative. Explore a range of texts from the Elizabethan era to the present day and develop a broad understanding of areas on which literature draws – including history, psychology, science, philosophy and more.

Your study will be underpinned by genuine community and industry engagement. You’ll have the opportunity to undertake a work placement to explore professional pathways in sectors aligned with your interests.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.

Secondary education (Year 12)

Completion of a secondary education qualification equivalent to the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE).

Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Completion of an award from a registered training organisation (RTO) at Certificate IV (AQF level 4) or higher.

Higher education study

Successful completion of at least 6 months full-time study (or equivalent part-time) in a higher education award program.

English Program Requirements

IELTS Overall 6.5 | IELTS Reading 6 | IELTS Listening 6 | IELTS Speaking 6 | IELTS Writing 6

Career

Career outcomes

This degree provides you with versatility and the ability to shape your career, while also preparing you for further study.

You might become an editor, reviewing documents and manuscripts for print. Or you may join a marketing team, working as a content specialist as they launch a new product. You might promote literary and education in an advocacy role for government – or decide to become a novelist yourself, adding your own voice to the English literary heritage.

Other roles may include:

Arts administrator
Content manager
Digital content manager
Marketer
Publisher.

This degree also provides a pathway for further postgraduate study or research.

Industry trends

The landscape of the writing and publishing industry is undergoing a fundamental transformation. Despite the rise of artificial intelligence (AI), it’s projected that demand for librarians, journalists and other writers will grow by approximately 7% in the coming decade (Jobs and Skills Australia, 2024).

Now, more than ever, employers are seeking people with high level communication and problem-solving skills, creativity, adaptability and leadership capabilities. As an arts graduate with a major in English literature you will be well placed to meet the demands of the future workforce.

Fee Information

Bachelor of Arts majoring in English Literature

University of Adelaide

Australia, Adelaide