Bachelor of Communication (Journalism)
With a strong focus on combining theory with practical experience, you will work closely with experienced industry professionals to produce short films and documentaries, and have internship opportunities with production companies and film festivals.
In this program you will:
- Learn from industry professionals and study courses in news writing, online journalism, broadcast journalism, feature writing, photography, media law, editing and investigative reporting
- Take part in radio and television broadcasts, and develop quality print and digital news content for local media
- Gain first-hand experience in news media through an internship in the media industry
- Build a portfolio of work to help you land a job in the competitive journalism industry
- Enjoy studying a quality journalism degree that has a high rate of graduate employment
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
- Semester 1
- Semester 2
- Semester 1
- Semester 2
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- Semester 1
- Semester 2
- Semester 1
- Semester 2
- Delivery mode
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- Blended Learning
- Total courses
- 32
- Total units
- 288
- Duration
- 3 years 3 years
- CRICOS code
- 098463C
- UniSC program code
- AR308
Introductory courses (5) 60 units
CMN101 Research Project C
CMN106 Research Project F
CMN107 Introduction to Creative Entrepreneurship
CMN130 Contemporary Communication Theory and Trends
CMN150 Communication for the Creative Professional
Developing courses (6) 72 units
CMN202 Introduction to Journalism
CMN207 Digital Journalism
CMN228 Screen Media Production
CMN240 Podcasting and Radio News
CMN276 Media Law and Ethics
CMN277 Feature Writing
Graduate courses (5) 60 units
BCI302 Social Media Communication
BCI303 Video production and television journalism
CMN302 Work Integrated Learning Project
CMN314 Work Integrated Learning Placement
CMN330 Investigative and Data Journalism
Elective courses (8) 96 units
Select 8 elective courses (96 units) from the undergraduate elective course options. Students are strongly encouraged to use their electives to complete courses in the available Communication or Creative Industries disciplines.
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 | 53.00 |
| Online | 53.00 |
- Recommended prior study
- English
In order to graduate you must:
- Successfully complete 288 units as outlined in the Program Structure
- Complete no more than 10 introductory level (100 coded) courses
Program Notes
- Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 units 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 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 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$14,624
- Annual tuition fee (A$, 2025)
- A$24,400
- Estimated total tuition fee (A$, 2025)
- A$73,200