
Gain a deeper insight into the English-speaking world and English-language culture.
This major combines courses from English literature, media, film and television studies.
Graduates typically work in education as school teachers, heads of department, education advisors and student mentors.
Career possibilities
Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- English teacher
- English as an additional language teacher
- Curriculum leader
- Education adviser
- English lecturer
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29 June - 2 July
Future Experiences in Agriculture, Science and Technology (FEAST)

30 June
Queensland Biology Winter School, Year 11

3 July
Year 11 Queensland Chemistry Winter School
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UQ people
Dylan's PhD story: breathing new life into a living Indigenous language
4-minute read

UQ people
Chiemeka’s PhD story: cost-effective treatment for brain disorders
4-minute read

UQ people
Beatris’ PhD story: mapping epidemics to protect public health
5-minute read
How you'll learn
Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Overseas study
- Workshops
What you'll study
At UQ, subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study:
- Contemporary Literature: Reading & Writing
- Australian Popular Culture
- Introduction to Film & Television Studies
- Writing: Grammar, Syntax, and Style
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