Bachelor
School of Arts & Sciences
Do you have a passion for writing? Writing clearly and effectively is a highly sought-after skill in any profession. The University of Notre Dame Australia's Bachelor of Arts (Major: Writing) is an intensive writing degree that will prepare you to research, write and edit various written materials. During the program, you will study everything from literary works to technical journals and websites; looking at the works of others will also allow you to improve the range and depth of your writing ability. Get in contact with us today to start your writing career.
Academic requirements for this program are outlined below. In addition, to be eligible for admission, all applicants need to satisfy the Minimum University Admission Requirements outlined. These include those relating to minimum age and English Language Proficiency. We also consider your application more broadly - your non-academic achievements (such as any previous leadership roles, volunteering, work, church and/or community involvement) as well as personal qualities - your aspirations and interests and your capacity to complete your chosen program. See Individual Factors for further details regarding this.
Applicants with recent Secondary Education
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*Selection Ranks include ATAR plus Adjustment Factors.
Applicants with Higher Education
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*Applicants who have successfully completed subjects at another University, which are relevant to the selected program of study, may be eligible for credit (Advanced Standing).
Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET) study
Applicants with Work and Life Experience
Applicants who left secondary education more than two years previously and who have not undertaken VET or higher education study since may be considered for direct entry. This includes applicants who have completed Steiner, Montessori or home school curriculums. To qualify, applicants must be 20 years of age as at 1 March in the year of intake and meet one or more of the following:
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*STAT results must have been obtained within the last three calendar years in order to be considered (e.g. for 2024 admission, STAT results obtained in 2023, 2022 or 2021 can be considered).
Do you want to write the great Australian novel? Perhaps you dream of becoming a professional speechwriter or embarking on a career as a digital copywriter? Our Writing Major demonstrates just how expansive the role of a professional writer has become in the 21st Century.
This program balances literary appreciation and skills-based training. You will be encouraged to think both creatively and critically - and to explore the relationship between writing practice, form and genre. In addition to learning about the Western literary tradition, you will also be introduced to many other genres such as screen writing, feature writing, professional writing and drama. You will also gain valuable training in researching and editing, both of which are crucial skills for any writer.
This degree is a natural choice if you want to become a professional writer, but is also a great asset if you want to pursue a career in journalism, the theatre, politics or film and screen production.
Graduates of this program can follow diverse career paths in the private and public sectors; many employers will welcome the transferable skills. The following careers are open to graduates of this program: professional writer, journalism, theatre, politics or film and screen production.
Compulsory courses
Plus at least FOUR (4) of the following:
Plus at least ONE (1) of the following:
Core Curriculum
Plus 12 electives which may form another Major or Minor (undertaken during Years One, Two and/or Three).
Full details of the program requirements are contained in the Program Requirements.
More information regarding courses can be found at the course descriptions page.
Please note: the availability of these courses is indicative only and may be subject to change.