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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

098463C

Entry threshold

53.00 53.00 ATAR/Rank
ATAR/Rank

Duration

3 years 3 years 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.
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$)

A$14,624 CSP
CSP
A$24,400 / A$73,200 Annual fee / Estimated total fee
Annual fee / Estimated total fee

QTAC code

011131 015007

Start

  • Semester 1
  • Semester 2
  • Semester 1
  • Semester 2

Start
  • Semester 1
  • Semester 2
  • Semester 1
  • Semester 2
Delivery mode
  • Blended Learning
Total courses
32
Total units
288
Duration
3 years 3 years
CRICOS code
098463C
UniSC program code
AR308
Program structure
Introductory courses (5) 60 units

CMN101 Social Psychology
CMN106 Motivation and Emotion
CMN107 Managing Human Resources
CMN130 Staffing and Remuneration
CMN150 Managing Workplace Relations

Developing courses (6) 72 units

CMN202 Employment and Industrial Law
CMN207 Physiological Psychology
CMN228 Introduction to Human Development
CMN240 Social Psychology
CMN276 Motivation and Emotion
CMN277 Advanced Methods in Psychology

Graduate courses (5) 60 units

BCI302 Cognitive and Perceptual Psychology
BCI303 Intercultural and Indigenous Psychologies
CMN302 Personality and Assessment
CMN314 Human Associative Learning
CMN330 Training and Development

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.

Study sequences

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
Program requirements

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