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Bachelor of Arts (Major: Writing)

Bachelor

The Bachelor of Arts (Major: Writing) at the University of Notre Dame Australia is an intensive program designed to develop skills in research, writing, and editing across various formats, including literary works and technical journals.

Key details

Degree Type

Bachelor

Duration

3 - 8 years full-time

Course Code

3009, 015324A

Study Mode

In person

Intake Months

Feb, Jul

About this course

Bachelor of Arts (Major: Writing)

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.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements NSW

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

Prescribed ATAR/Selection Rank*
Equivalent International Baccalaureate (IB) score

*Selection Ranks include ATAR plus Adjustment Factors.

Applicants with Higher Education

Successful completion of 2 subjects at an undergraduate level or higher*
Successful completion of the Notre Dame Tertiary Pathway Program (TPP), or a tertiary preparation program from another institution that is deemed to be of a similar academic rigour to the Notre Dame TPP

*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

Successful completion of AQF Certificate IV or higher from an accredited provider such as TAFE or a Registered Training Organisation (RTO)

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:

Applicants who have completed at least two years of relevant work experience may be considered for direct entry. Applicants must provide evidence of their work experience, including duties undertaken and years of experience, and they must demonstrate that they have the academic capability to undertake undergraduate studies. The Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) may be required*.
Completion of STAT with scores of at least 150 in the Multiple Choice section and 150 in the Written English section*.
Completion of two Year 12 WACE, HSC or equivalent exams, with a result equivalent to the Indicative ATAR/Selection Rank listed under Secondary Education section above.

*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).

Study locations

Sydney

What you will learn

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Arts graduates will be able to:

Demonstrate broad theoretical and practical knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts of one or more disciplines or practice areas
Identify appropriate sources and evaluate information
Demonstrate an awareness of different conceptual approaches and/or research methods
Demonstrate the technical skills, professional skills and ethical practice required by one or more disciplines
Synthesise knowledge and apply skills in order to solve complex problems
Communicate arguments and/or ideas in a range of forms
Work independently and, where appropriate, in collaboration with others; and
Reflect upon personal knowledge, skills and experiences.

Career pathways

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.

Course structure

Program summary

Compulsory courses

WRIT2000 The Western Literary Tradition
WRIT2000 Narrative Writing
WRIT3010 Writing Project

Plus at least FOUR (4) of the following:

COMM2020 Screenwriting
Professional Writing
COMM3040 Feature Writing
WRIT3000 Writing for Performance
Australian Writer's Workshop

Plus at least ONE (1) of the following:

ENGL3320 The Novel in English
ENGL3030 Gothic Literature and its Legacy
COMM3090 Adaptation Studies
ENGL3160 Australian Literature and the Post-Colonial Challenge
ENGL3010 Uses and Abuses of Literary Theory
ENGL3060 Australian Theatre

Core Curriculum

CORE I: Foundations of Wisdom
CORE II: Elective
- Electives in philosophy and/or theology
- Professional embedded electives that integrate studies in a profession with philosophy and/or theology
- An option to undertake a pilgrimage embedded in the study of the philosophy and theology of pilgrimage, e.g., World Youth Day
- An option to undertake a course that integrates philosophy & theology with community service and charity work
- An option to undertake an elective in philosophy, theology, and the liberal arts contained within an international experience

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.

Credit for prior study or work

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).

How to apply

Considering your uni options? Our advisors provide support while choosing a program of study and completing our application process.

If you need advice about studying at Notre Dame, the Prospective Students Office can help. Talk to one of our career advisors for a personalised advice session.

Phone: 1800 878 916
Email: sydney@nd.edu.au
Address: 128-140 Broadway, Chippendale, NSW 2008

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Communications courses at The University of Notre Dame Australia.

87.5%

Overall satisfaction

87.5%

Skill scale

77.1%

Teaching scale

54.9%

Employed full-time

$51.3k

Average salary

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