Journalism

With a practical approach, the Bachelor of Arts (Journalism) will equip you with skills in reporting, writing, editing, design and production of content for a range of media including radio, television, online, newspaper and magazines. 

Our journalism lecturers have decades of high-profile media experience and give hands-on knowledge of the industry, including valuable networking opportunities.

Our industry partnerships and regional opportunities provide the opportunity to gain experience and complete internships in print, television, radio and online newsrooms.

Program structure

COMBINATION 1

Courses to be studiedUnits

Core courses4

Plus 2 x 8-unit Major16

Plus 1 x 4-unit Minor4

Or 4 x Electives

Total24

COMBINATION 2

Courses to be studiedUnits

Core courses4

Plus 1 x 8-unit Major8

Plus 1 x 12-unit Interdisciplinary Major12

Total24

COMBINATION 3

Courses to be studiedUnits

Core courses4

Plus 1 x 8-unit Major8

Plus 3 x 4-unit Minors12

Or Another grouping of Minors and Electives

Total24

Course codeCourse name

Core courses:

CMS1000Communication and Scholarship

EDC2200Indigenous Perspectives

HMT1000History of Western Ideas

HMT2000Ethical Issues and Human Rights

Journalism major:

JRN1020Journalism Practice1

JRN2000News Reporting

JRN2002Radio Journalism

JRN2003Feature Writing

JRN2006Media Law and Ethics3

JRN1010News Literacy2

JRN2001Publication Layout and Design

 or

JRN2005Broadcast Reporting

 plus one of the following courses: 

JRN3001Online Journalism

HMT3001Independent Study Project A

Footnotes

1 Formerly JRN1000: Students who have successfully completed JRN1000 should not enrol in JRN1020.

2 Formerly JRN2010: Students who have successfully completed JRN2010 should not enrol in JRN1010.

3 Formerly JRN3006: Students who have successfully completed JRN3006 should not enrol in JRN2006.

Entry requirements

• Year 12 English (4 SA) or equivalent

English Language Requirements

Domestic and international students from a non-English speaking background are required to satisfy English Language requirements. This program requires a minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

OP/Rank

The 2014 OP/Rank for this program is: 16/64

International entry requirements

English Language Requirements

Domestic and international students from a non-English speaking background are required to satisfy English Language requirements. This program requires a minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

Pre-requisites

Year 12 Senior Certificate or equivalent from a recognised institution. Find your country's level of qualificationand minimum entry requirements for this program.

You may be able to apply for scholarships to help with your study costs.