Literature is the living record of the efforts of the human imagination to shape the world through language.
English at Otago opens the vast and provocative range of literatures written in English; provides a grasp of concepts and techniques for analysing texts; and improves communication skills.
Students find their perceptions sharpened, their understanding deepened and their enjoyment enhanced - for life. And they equip themselves for careers in almost any sector of society where flexible thinking and imagination are required.
This major is available for the Bachelor of Arts (BA).
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Did you know?
Language is power. We use language for the whole range of activities that make us human, from passion to politics; we negotiate through language in every waking moment of our lives. Literature is language at its most effective.
English at Otago is designed to fulfil three main aims: opening up the vast and delightful range of literatures written in English; providing a grasp of the concepts and techniques for analysing texts; and improving communication skills of every kind.
By taking English you will find your perceptions sharpened, your understanding deepened and your enjoyment enhanced - for life. Above all, you will equip yourself for a career in almost any sector of society.
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Career opportunities
"Good readers and writers can do anything."
A degree or minor in English advances any professional career such as law, business or health.
Graduates work in journalism, editorial work, publishing, library work, film, radio, theatre and television, personnel and information management, policy initiatives for government, diplomacy, arts management, teaching and educational administration and research for business and industry.
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Further info
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Write to or visit:
Department of English
1st floor, Burns Building
University of Otago
PO Box 56, Dunedin |
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