Master of Arts (Writing and Literature)

at Deakin University

Course structure

To qualify for the Master of Arts (Writing and Literature), a student must successfully complete 16 credit points of study comprising:
6 credit points of study in either of the following configurations:

Option 1
 

• 6 credit points from one of the specialisation options (Children's Literature, Creative Writing, Literary Studies, Professional Writing);

Plus
 

• 4 credit points of capstone units (Capstone A)
• 6 credit points of electives

or
 

• 6 credit points of capstone units (Capstone B)
• 4 credit points of elective units

Or

Option 2
 

• 6 credit points of cross-disciplinary study comprising ALW740, ALL743,
  2 credit points of Literature units (Children's Literature and/or Literary Studies), and 2 credit points of units of Writing units (Creative Writing and/or Professional Writing), including ALL728

Plus
 

• 4 credit points of capstone units (Capstone A)
• 6 credit points of electives

or
 

• 6 credit points of capstone units (Capstone B)
• 4 credit points of elective units

Core Units
 

• Critical and Creative Research Methods
• Minor Research Project (2 credit points)
• Masters Research Literary Theory

Entry will be based on performance in:
 

• a Bachelor degree or other qualification at a higher AQF level in any discipline
  
  OR
   
• other evidence of academic capability judged to be equivalent

IELTS / English language requirements 
Please note that English language requirements exist for entry to this course and you will be required to meet the English language level requirement that is applicable in the year of your commencement of studies.

Estimated tuition fee - full-fee paying place
$33,800 for 1 yr full-time AUD

The 'Estimated tuition fee' is provided as a guide only based on a typical enrolment of students completing the first year of this course. The cost will vary depending on the units you choose, your study load, the length of your course and any approved Recognition of Prior Learning.

You’ll graduate from this course with more than just advanced writing skills. You’ll also have expertise in communication, problem solving, critical thinking and research – the kind of skills employers across all industries value.

This puts you in a strong position to explore a range of career pathways including:
 

• author
• editor
• literary critic
• publisher
• advertising executive
• communications specialist
• copywriter
• journalist
• public relations practitioner
• English teacher (combined with an initial teaching qualification).