Literary studies - XM0028
Literary studies
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Literary 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.
Why choose literary studies?
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.
This area of study is offered in the following courses or can be taken where you have 8 free electives. To see if you can take this area of study within a double degree select from the course offering below.
- Arts
- Arts and Criminology
- Arts and Fine Art
- Arts and Music
- Business and Arts
- Commerce and Arts
- Education and Arts
- Engineering and Arts
- Information Technology and Arts
- International Business and Arts
- Laws and Arts
- Liberal Arts
- Marketing and Arts
- Politics, Philosophy and Economics and Arts
- Science and Arts
Career options
- Creative industries
- Commercial publishing
- Professional and creative writing
- Government and cultural policy
- Arts administration
- Marketing
Overseas opportunities
As a Monash student you have the option to make your course an international one. One option is studying at a Monash campus abroad, and you'll have Malaysia, India, China or Prato (Italy) to choose from.
"The teaching staff at Monash not only give you honest opinions and feedback, but also encourage you to go further."
- Benazir Mungloo,
Bachelor of Arts,
Literary studies major.