Macquarie University

Overview

The Bachelor of Arts in English at Macquarie University offers an in-depth exploration of literary history, theory, and criticism, fostering a rich understanding of diverse intellectual traditions. This program is designed to enhance your written and verbal communication skills, significantly improving your career prospects across various fields.

Engaging with literature from different cultures, the English program promotes both analytical and creative thinking. Students explore an extensive range of texts across multiple genres, including essays on literature, art, music, film, politics, food, and travel.

What you'll study

Core Courses Include:

• Literature: Medieval to Modern
• Literature: Modern and Contemporary
• The Human Story: Heart, Mind and Body in Early Literature
• Revolution, Evolution, Humanity: Literature and Change in the Long Nineteenth Century
• Literature and the Visual
• Historical Fiction and a Passion for the Past

Entry requirements

Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in English through one of the following:

• Duolingo English Test: Minimum score of 125
• TOEFL iBT: Minimum score of 83
• PTE Academic: Minimum score of 58
• IELTS: Minimum score of 6.5

No specific GRE, GMAT, or GPA requirements are stated for this program.

Macquarie University welcomes a variety of international academic qualifications for direct entry, including:

• Senior secondary qualifications from various countries
• Different Australian and overseas foundation programs
• Diplomas, associate degrees, and bachelor degrees comparable to Australian qualifications.

Career prospects

Graduates of the Bachelor of Arts in English can pursue a wide range of careers, including:

• Advertising or Marketing Communications Specialist
• Communications Specialist
• Copywriter
• Editor or Publisher
• Government Advisor
• Literary Agent
• Media Policy Developer or Advisor
• Public Affairs Advisor
• Public Sector Advisor
• Social Media Strategist
• Writer

Upon graduation, international students may also be eligible for a post-study work permit, allowing them to gain valuable work experience in Australia, with the duration typically reflecting the length of their study program.