Writing and English Literatures allows you to combine your love of writing with the analytics of literature. English literatures will get you thinking creatively about the English language and creative writing allows you to express these thoughts and ideas and in an imaginative, thoughtful ways. A UOW degree in Writing and English Literatures focuses on the study of literature from various periods and literary practice, and the practical application of this study through creative writing. You will be exposed to a wide range of texts, which will allow you to develop analytical skills, critical understanding and the ability to create your own pieces of writing. What you will study: Core subjects will introduce you to creative writing and English literature through workshop-based writing classes, as well as classes focussing on the romantics, the modernists, Shakespeare and early modern drama. Writing and English Literatures pairs well with a major in Cultural Studies, Languages, Indigenous Studies or Philosophy. As well as your Writing and English Literatures major, you must elect a minor or a second major from the Faculty of Law, Humanities and the Arts.

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