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English - ENGLA13930

Plan Summary

 
Faculty: ARTSC - Faculty of Arts&Social Science
 
  
   
 
Program: 3930 - Science/Arts
 
 
Award(s):
 
 
Bachelor of Arts (Major)
 
  

Plan Outline

This plan offers a major sequence in English, designed for students who have a genuine interest in English language and literature and wish to develop sophisticated reading skills, an appreciation of literary texts in their wider intellectual and historical contexts, and the ability to write critically and/or creatively.

The usual prerequisite for enrolment into a Level 2 English course is the completion of 36 units of credit at Level 1, at least 6 of which are in English. The usual prerequisite for entry into a Level 3 English course is the completion of 12 units of credit in English at Level 2. Students who do not meet the prerequisites for a given course may apply in writing to the discipline advisor for special permission to enrol. In considering such requests, the School gives strong preference to candidates with a Credit or higher result in a related discipline.

Assessment in English courses may include a combination of the following: essays, class tests, tutorial/seminar participation, tutorial/seminar presentations, and examinations. Further details of assessment in particular courses are available from the course convenor.

Plan Structure

Any student who wishes to gain a major sequence in English must complete a minimum of 42 units of credit in English including:
  • a minimum of 6 and no more than 12 units of credit at Level 1;
  • a minimum of 12 units of credit at Level 2;
  • a minimum of 12 units of credit at Level 3.
The remaining units of credit can be taken at either Level 2 or Level 3. Students undertaking a major sequence are permitted to enrol in other courses offered by the School which are additional to the requirements of their basic major sequence.

Level 1 Courses

Upper Level Courses
The availability of Upper Level courses varies from year to year. For available English (ENGL) courses, please refer to the Courses by Subject Area link in the Table of Contents.

Honours

Honours level study is also available in English.

Students interested in Honours should refer to the Honours plan record for entry requirements.

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© The University of New South Wales (CRICOS Provider No.: 00098G), 2004-2011. The information contained in this Handbook is indicative only. While every effort is made to keep this information up-to-date, the University reserves the right to discontinue or vary arrangements, programs and courses at any time without notice and at its discretion. While the University will try to avoid or minimise any inconvenience, changes may also be made to programs, courses and staff after enrolment. The University may also set limits on the number of students in a course.