BA in International and Comparative Literary Studies in Darlington Australia | The University of Sydney

Develop into an autonomous thinker. Cultivate and express informed perspectives grounded in reasoning and facts. Pioneer new paths. The University of Sydney's arts and humanities programs are consistently ranked among the world's top 30 faculties, making our Bachelor of Arts both prestigious among scholars and in demand by employers. With over 45 study areas across humanities and social sciences, each Sydney arts degree is distinct, ensuring you'll acquire specialized skills and diverse career possibilities. Whether you aspire to master a foreign language, examine different cultures, explore great literary works, investigate historical events, analyze contemporary issues, or envision future global developments, our Bachelor of Arts will broaden your perspectives and inspire unconventional thinking.

This dynamic major is delivered by faculty from the School of Languages and Cultures and the School of Literature, Art and Media. You'll be taught by experts specializing in literature, film, theater, cultural studies, translation, and social sciences, with deep knowledge of European, Asian, and Middle Eastern traditions. Rooted in comparative literary theory, this major offers personal enrichment while preparing you for careers in publishing, media, advertising, government, NGOs, or academia. Through comparative studies examining global cities, text-image relationships, or genres like science fiction, you'll explore how societies, histories, cultures, and political issues are represented across literary traditions. No foreign language proficiency is required for core studies, as instruction is in English using translated texts. However, knowledge of another language is necessary for Honors and postgraduate research.