Writing and Rhetoric 1: Academic Essays
WRIT1001
The persuasive power of the English language emerges from its richness and variation. This unit introduces students to rhetorical theory as a resource for the creative construction of meaning. Students will learn to discover topics, arrange ideas, and analyse the delivery of arguments across a variety of contexts. We examine print, visual media, political debates and engage in virtual exchanges with universities around the world.
Unit of study details
Unit of study level: Junior
Credit points: 6
Commencing semesters: 2, 11, 44, 1, 43
Further unit of study information
Unit of study handbook: WRIT1001
Costs and scholarships information: Costs and Scholarships
Final dates to withdraw from units of study: Census Dates
Available for study abroad and exchange: Yes
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