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Bachelor of Communication (Journalism)

Programme Duration

36 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

70,800 AUDTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

Communication and Media StudiesMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Communication and Media Studies

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

The Bachelor of Communication (Journalism) is at the cutting edge of 21st century journalism while remaining the most professionally focused journalism course in Australia. With more than 40 years of experience in educating journalists for news environments around the world, students are assured of quality learning from the best in the business.This journalism degree balances the latest in social media, convergent and database journalism with critical inquiry and time-honored essentials in reporting and writing. There are plenty of hands-on learning experiences and students will be involved in professional newsroom operations on campus – such as the community radio station – from their first year of study.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Communication and Media Studies

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

The Bachelor of Communication (Journalism) is at the cutting edge of 21st century journalism while remaining the most professionally focused journalism course in Australia. With more than 40 years of experience in educating journalists for news environments around the world, students are assured of quality learning from the best in the business.This journalism degree balances the latest in social media, convergent and database journalism with critical inquiry and time-honored essentials in reporting and writing. There are plenty of hands-on learning experiences and students will be involved in professional newsroom operations on campus – such as the community radio station – from their first year of study.

Admission Requirements

60+
6+
52+
50+
24+
1000+
60+
Bachelor of Communication (with specialisations)

Essential requirements for admission

  • Minimum CSU English Language Proficiency requirements

Applicants with higher education study
Successful completion of two university level subjects (AQF level Associate Degree or higher) demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies.

OR

Completed bridging or enabling course
Successful completion of a Tertiary Preparation Course from an Australian University or an accredited provider demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies.

OR

Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study
A completed AQF Certificate III or higher level qualification or 50% completion of an AQF Diploma level qualification.

OR

Applicants with work and life experience
Work experience, within the same industry as the course profile, of no less than two years, and a formal interview or portfolio submission (see other admissions options below).

OR

Applicants with recent secondary education (within past two years)
ATAR-based admission
An ATAR of 60 (including adjustment factors)


Other admission options

  • Schools Recommendation Scheme (SRS)
  • Explore Day
  • Regional Radio Endorsement Program
  • Indigenous Access Program (IAP)
  • CSU Diploma of General Studies
  • Completion of a formal interview demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the quality, depth and relevance of the answers given in the interview*
  • Submission of a portfolio of works (written, artwork and/or digital media) demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the quality, depth and relevance presented in the portfolio*

* If seeking admission via this method and secondary study has been (or will be) completed in the year immediately prior to commencement, applicants must have satisfied the requirements of the NSW Higher School Certificate (HSC) or interstate equivalent (ATAR not required).

3 Years
Jan-2000

Domestic
19,968 AUD
International
70,800 AUD

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