The University of Queensland
Bachelor of Arts (English Literature)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationOne degree. Endless opportunities. Discover your passion while equipping yourself with the skills to succeed in the changing, global workplace. The future of work is unknown, with people and enterprise skills in increasing demand across all industries. UQ’s Bachelor of Arts graduates are ideally placed to thrive and adapt to this changing environment.
As an arts student you'll develop your own innate sense of curiosity, resilience and entrepreneurial spirit, and graduate ready to tackle an uncertain future in an uncertain world. With one of the most comprehensive course offerings in Australia, you have the opportunity to explore the subjects you love by choosing from more than 45 study areas across the humanities, social sciences and languages.
English Literature Major
Explore the different ways that people from different times have lived, thought, argued, felt and imagined. To study English Literature is to discover a compelling record of what is possible for us to experience, imagine and create. Career paths lead to opportunities in education, government and arts administration, arts policy, communications, festivals and marketing.
Delivery mode
The University of Queensland offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 280-284 Sir Fred Schonell Dr, St Lucia, QLD
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- Completed Year 12 (ATAR optional) with ATAR 70.00 or equivalent
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Arts (English Literature) will prepare you for the following roles.
Book Editor
A Book Editor reviews and refines manuscripts, ensuring clarity, coherence, and quality in written content. You’ll collaborate with authors to impr...
Content Writer
A Content Writer prepares material used in a range of formats. You might produce content used on digital platforms such as websites or social media...
Copywriter
A Copywriter produces written material for use in advertising and promotional material. You might write about a product or service or about an orga...
English Teacher
An English Teacher instructs students in reading, writing, grammar, and literature across secondary education levels. Key duties include planning a...
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...
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...
Speech Writer
Speech Writers work with politicians and public figures, writing speeches for live presentations and video streaming. They get to know their client...
Columnist
A Columnist writes articles or opinion pieces for newspapers, magazines, or online platforms, focusing on specific topics such as politics, culture...
About The University of Queensland
The University of Queensland (UQ) is one of Australia’s leading research and teaching institutions. We strive for excellence through the creation, preservation, transfer and application of knowledge. For more than a century, we have educated and worked with outstanding people to deliver knowledge leadership for a better world.
