Open your world to the power of language with English and Creative Writing

If you love stories, ideas and the power of writing, studying English and Creative Writing at Murdoch University will broaden your world and help you find your own voice as a writer.

Literature is how human beings communicate meaning, preserve memory and imagine possibilities.

When we read texts from another time or culture, we enrich our perspective on the world.

What to expect when you study English and Creative Writing

Students explore how text uniquely conveys ideas, values and experiences across cultures and place and throughout history. 

From short stories to sonnets, students focus on critical analysis and the creation of their own pieces. They will study a range of texts including literary, public and performative works with a focus on how to write powerfully.

English and Creative Writing students go on to pursue careers in publishing, advertising, design, teaching, public administration, computer arts and as professional writers.

Turning the pages on possibility

Step into a creative, supportive and close-knit community of passionate readers and writers, where you will share your work through regular student forums, while also gaining publishing opportunities.

Whether you see your future in the arts, publishing, media, government, or as your own boss in the freelance world, English and Creative Writing at Murdoch is your launchpad.

This major is for students who are excited by reading, interpreting texts, writing and exploring how language shapes who we are and the world around us.

Want to broaden your skills even further? You can combine English and Creative Writing with a second major such as Journalism or Sociology. A double major takes 3 years, the same as a single major, and incurs no extra cost. 

Three reasons to study English and Creative Writing at Murdoch

1. You will learn to analyse written texts and to craft stories that captivate, inspire and connect people.
2. You will gain the skills to jump straight into the creative industries - whether you want to go into publishing, journalism, advertising, marketing, film or become a professional writer
3. You will be surrounded by a community that understands you, and your days will be spent with other young creatives who share your passion.

What you’ll learn

Build the knowledge and skills to write and communicate clearly and be inspired to craft your own creative pieces. 

Here are some of the things you’ll learn:

• The history of literature and its impact on language, culture and politics.
• Critical and creative thinking
• Logical reasoning
• Short stories, poetry, novels, creative non-fiction, memoirs and essays.
• Voices, modes and styles of writing
• Writing practice
• Advanced communication skills

Your future career

The written and verbal skills developed in English and Creative Writing can be applied to almost any career. Careers could include:

• Author
• Editor
• Journalist
• Communications specialist
• Teacher
• Digital media specialist
• Book reviewer
• Screenwriter