Bachelor of Business / Communication
Effective communication skills are among the most sought-after skills in any modern business. This double degree teaches the foundations of clear, accurate and engaging communication within a range of contexts, including social media, marketing, and video production. Develop core business knowledge needed to succeed in areas such as strategy implementation, organisational learning and growth.
In this program you will:
- Study core communication disciplines and become job-ready for a range of media, marketing and communication roles
- Build a diverse skillset by studying core business concepts like management, marketing, economics and international business
- Develop briefs and communication campaigns, work with real clients and projects, and experience work as part of an agency
Location
CRICOS code
Entry threshold
ATAR/RankDuration
Full-time or equivalent part-time Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.Indicative fees
Indicative 2025 fees (A$)
CSP Annual fee / Estimated total feeQTAC code
Start
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- Semester 2
- Semester 1
- Semester 2
- Semester 1
- Semester 2
Digital Futures Major unavailable at USC Sunshine Coast.
Economics and Finance Major unavailable at USC Moreton Bay
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- Semester 1
- Semester 2
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- Semester 2
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- Semester 2
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- Blended Learning
- Total courses
- 32
- Total units
- 384
- Duration
- 4 years 4 years
- CRICOS code
- 0101886
- UniSC program code
- AB309
Introductory courses (12) 144 units
ACC106 3D Design F - Professional Portfolio
BUS101 Understanding and Preventing Suicide
BUS102 Leadership in Clinical Practice
BUS104 Assessment in Mental Health
BUS105 Advanced Health Assessment
BUS108 Accounting Principles
CMN101 Exploring Business Research
CMN106 Economics for Business
CMN107 Discovering Management
CMN109 Marketing Essentials
CMN120 Information Systems in Organisations
CMN150 Introduction to Creative Entrepreneurship
Developing courses (1) 12 units
BUS203 Contemporary Communication Theory and Trends
Graduate courses (3) 36 units
BUS306 Communication for the Creative Professional
BUS320 Editing for Professionals
CMN314 Introduction to Contemporary Global Media and Communication
PLUS select 1 course (1) 12 units from:
BCI300 Digital Journalism
BCI301 Business Law
BCI302 World of Work: Your Pathway to Employment
BCI303 Business, Governance and Society
Business Major courses (8) 96 units
- Business Administration
- Digital Futures
- Economics and Finance
- Human Resource Management
- Marketing
- Small Business Management
- Tourism, Leisure and Event Management
Communication Major courses (8) 96 units
Elective courses
Select up to a total of 12 to 36 units from the undergraduate elective course options. The number of electives is dependent on the Business major and Creative Industries major chosen. The total number of units required to complete the program is 384 units.
Note: Program structures are subject to change. Not all USC courses are available on every USC campus.
Entry requirements
For entry into most USC undergraduate degree programs, you need to have completed a minimum level of education similar to successful completion of Australian Year 12 with good grades.
Further studies, for example, a semester or more at college or university, can also be considered for entry and may give you credit transfer towards a degree.
Some examples of upper secondary qualifications and a guide to the minimum grades that USC will consider are listed here. These are minimum requirements and do not guarantee entry. Some programs may require higher grades. Alternative qualifications may also be considered on a case by case basis.
If your qualification (grouped by country) is not listed, send the qualification transcripts with your application form to the International Office for assessment.
English language requirements
You will also need to meet the English language requirements for this program. If you do not meet the minimum requirements, you may be able to enrol in our English Language Programs to reach the required level for most of UniSC’s programs (exceptions apply to non-standard English requirement programs).
Minimum entry threshold
Applicants must meet the minimum ATAR/Rank.
| Location | ATAR/Rank |
|---|---|
| Sunshine Coast | 55.00 |
| Moreton Bay | 55.00 |
| Online | 55.00 |
- Recommended prior study
- English; General Maths, Maths Methods or Specialist Maths
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Successfully complete 384 units as outlined in the Program Structure
Program notes
- Please note that not all study components and/or combinations of study components included in this program may be able to be completed in the minimum duration. Please contact the Program Coordinator if you require written confirmation prior to accepting a place in this program.
- Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses) and following the recommended study sequence
- The unit value of all courses is 12 units unless otherwise specified
- It is each students responsibility to enrol correctly according to your course requisites, program rules and requirements and be aware of the academic calendar dates
- Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods which may include essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations
- As part of your USC program, you may apply to Study Overseas to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider
- Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa
- Refer to the Managing your progression page for help in understanding your program structure, reviewing your progress and planning remaining courses.
- CSP estimate
- A$12,468
- Annual tuition fee (A$, 2025)
- A$24,400
- Estimated total tuition fee (A$, 2025)
- A$97,600