LITRYSTD09 Literary studies

Literary studies provides students with the skills to make connections between literary texts across historical periods and cultures, extending the variety of modes of reading and analysis, and developing cross-cultural research skills. Students learn how to write critically about what they have read, and develop an understanding of the relations between language, literature and culture.

Students select from a range of common core units which provide essential training in key areas of the discipline; they can then choose from a broad range of literary studies and creative writing electives. These provide training in the literature of key historical periods, as well as specialist areas of study.

Creative writing students study literature and its applicability to writing practice through a comparative approach. Students reflect creatively and analytically on their ongoing writing practice in the light of key texts by major practitioners. In the supportive and collaborative environment of workshops, students are encouraged to experiment with a range of techniques and styles.

Availability

Literary studies is listed in A2000 Bachelor of Arts at Caulfield and Clayton as a major and a minor, and in A0502 Diploma of Liberal Arts at Caulfield and Clayton as a major.