If you’re a bookworm who dreams of turning your love for reading into a career, you’re in luck. Universities offer a wide range of courses tailored to book lovers like you, so you can have a fulfilling and interesting study load at uni with the promise of a career in something you love at the end of it.
Whether you’re interested in literature, writing, publishing, or librarianship, there’s a course out there that can help you follow your passion.
Types of courses for book lovers
There are several types of university courses that are perfect for people who love books. Let’s explore some of the most popular ones:
1. Literature courses
Literature courses are ideal for those who enjoy analysing texts, exploring different genres, and diving deep into the world of fiction, poetry, and drama. You’ll study the works of famous authors, learn about literary history, and develop critical thinking skills. This kind of degree could lead to a wide range of job options in fields such as Journalism, Publishing, Writing, Media, and Communications (among many more). Here are some popular courses at different universities that you could take a look at.
- Bachelor of Arts (Literature&Theatre Studies) – University of Melbourne (AUS)
- Bachelor of Arts (English and Literary Studies) – University of Western Australia (AUS)
- Bachelor of Arts (English) – University of Sydney (AUS)
- Bachelor of Arts (English Language and Literature) – University of Oxford (U.K)
- Bachelor of Arts (English) – University of London (U.K)
- Bachelor of Arts (English Literature) – Princeton University (U.S.A)
- Bachelor of Arts (English) – The University of Arizona (U.S.A)
- Bachelor of Arts (English) – University of Otago (N.Z)
- Bachelor of Arts (English Literature) – University of Waikato (N.Z)
- Bachelor of Arts Honours (English) – Nanyang Technological University (Singapore)
2. Creative writing courses
If you have a flair for storytelling and dream of becoming a writer, creative writing courses are for you. These programs teach you how to craft compelling stories, develop characters, and refine your writing style across different genres.
- Bachelor of Arts (Creative Writing) – University of Southern Queensland (AUS)
- Bachelor of Arts (Creative Writing) – RMIT University (AUS)
- Bachelor of Creative Arts (Creative Writing) – Flinders University (AUS)
- Bachelor of Arts Honours (Creative Writing) – University of Brighton (U.K)
- Bachelor of Arts Honours (Creative Writing) – University of Sussex
- Bachelor of Arts (Creative Writing) – Oakland University (U.S.A)
- Bachelor of Arts (Creative Writing) – The University of Arizona (U.S.A)
- Bachelor of Arts (Creative Writing) – Massey University (N.Z)
- Bachelor of Arts (Creative Writing) – Aukland University of Technology (N.Z)
- Masters (Creative Writing) – University of the Arts Singapore (S.G)
3. Publishing & Editing courses
Publishing and editing courses are perfect for those who want to be involved in the process of bringing books to life. You’ll learn about the publishing industry, from editing manuscripts to designing book covers and marketing books to readers, and there are a ton of different jobs in the publishing industry that a degree like this could lead to.
- Bachelor of Arts (Professional Writing & Publishing) – Curtin University (AUS)
- Bachelor of Creative Arts (Publishing) – Deakin University (AUS)
- Bachelor of Arts (Creative Writing and Publishing) – University of the Sunshine Coast (AUS)
- Bachelor of Arts Honours (Creative Writing and Publishing) – University of Derby (U.K)
- Bachelor of Arts Honours (Publishing) – University for the Creative Arts (U.K)
- Bachelor of Arts (Editing and Publishing) – Brigham Young University (U.S.A)
- Bachelor of Arts (Publishing and Editing) – Susquehanna University (U.S.A)
- Bachelor of Communications (Editing and Publishing elective) – Massey University (N.Z)
- Graduate Diploma in Publishing (Applied) – Whitireia and WeITec, Te Auaha (N.Z)
- FlexiMasters in Publishing – Nanyang Technological University (Singapore)
4. Librarianship & Information Studies courses
For those who love the idea of working in a library, librarianship and information studies courses teach you how to manage collections, assist readers, and work with digital resources. These programs are perfect if you want to spend your days surrounded by books – keep in mind though that most are post-graduate courses, and have a pretty definitive end goal (ie: becoming a librarian).
- Bachelor of Information Studies (Librarianship Specialisation) – Charles Sturt University (AUS)
- Diploma of Library and Information Services – Swinburne University of Technology (AUS)
- Master of Information Science– Curtin University (AUS)
- Master of Library and Information Studies – University College London (U.K)
- Masters of Science (Information Management) – University of Sheffield (U.K)
- Bachelor of Arts (Information Science and Arts) – The University of Arizona (U.S.A)
- Master of Library and Information Science – Kent State University (USA)
- Master of Information Studies – Victoria University of Wellington (N.Z)
- Library and Information Studies Course – Open Polytechnic (N.Z)
- Master of Science (Information Studies) – Nanyang Technological University (Singapore)
5. Journalism & Media courses
If you love books and have a knack for writing, Journalism and Media studies could be a great fit. These programs teach you how to write and report on a wide range of topics, including book reviews, author interviews, and literary news. This is a great course for fluid and creative people who could see themselves in a range of different roles in the future.
- Bachelor of Communication (Journalism) – University of Queensland (AUS)
- Bachelor of Journalism – Monash University (Aus)
- Bachelor of Media and Communication (Journalism) – Deakin University (AUS)
- Bachelor of Arts Honours (Journalism) – London Metropolitan University (U.K)
- Bachelor of Arts (Media) – University College London (U.K)
- Bachelor of Science (Media, Culture and Communication) – New York University (U.S.A)
- Bachelor of Journalism – Missouri State University (U.S.A)
- Bachelor of Arts (Media Studies) – Massey University (N.Z)
- Bachelor of Communication Studies (Journalism) – Aukland University of Technology (N.Z)
- Bachelor of Science Honours (Digital Communications and Integrated Media) – Singapore Institute of Technology (S.G)
Find your perfect course
These are just a few examples of the types of courses available to book lovers in Australia. Each university offers its own unique approach, so it’s worth exploring different programs to find the one that suits your interests and career goals.
Explore more options
Don’t forget, many universities offer combined degrees, allowing you to mix and match courses like Literature and Creative Writing, or Journalism and Media Studies. You can also consider postgraduate options if you want to specialise further or advance your career.
Start your journey today
Ready to find the perfect course? Check out online databases like Course Seeker or The Uni Guide to explore all the different options available at universities. Otherwise, you can visit university websites directly to learn more about their specific programs for book lovers.
No matter which course you choose, you’ll be taking the first step towards turning your love for books into a rewarding career. If you want to start your journey today, we have heaps more helpful articles about higher education and life after high school for you here.