Bachelor of Communication and Media (Journalism)

With a Bachelor of Communication and Media (Journalism) from the University of Canberra, you’ll be on the path to an exciting journalistic future.

With unrivalled opportunities due to the unique Canberra location and proximity to the Parliament House Press Gallery, you’ll study the art of storytelling and learn how to tell true, accurate and intriguing stories about our world.You’ll explore how to research, produce, publish and promote news across a range of different media, and develop your editorial judgement and leadership ability by working in teams to publish your original stories in print, on-air and online.

Topics studied include traditional reporting, digital curation, content creation and freelancing.

You’ll graduate with the full suite of in-demand skills which will allow you to produce engaging quality journalism in a multi-platform media environment.During the course, you’ll undertake 100 hours of real-world industry experience through internship placements with local and national media organisations like the Federal Parliamentary Press Gallery, ABC TV and radio, Canberra Times, Channel 9, Sky News, Australian Associated Press, 2CC and Win Television.Your study will finish in the production of a feature-length multi-platform journalism project and will be presented using expertise gained in print, video and audio journalism.

Students are encouraged to get involved in the student radio station 87.8 UCFM, producing and presenting programs, and writing for the UC student magazine Curieux.

Study abroad is promoted as a way of gaining a global perspective on local issues, and there are numerous opportunities to take part in international study and study tours.We also offer a range of short and longer term international study and internship opportunities which count as credit towards your degree.

If you’re interested in pursuing a career in research, we provide a clear pathway to the Master of Communication degree.

Bachelor of Communication and Media (Journalism) (72 credit points) Required - 48 credit points as follows

• CM0002 Core Major in Communication and Media (24 credit points) Required - Must pass 24 credit points as follows 10335 - Professional Orientation (Communication and Media) - 3 cp, Level 1 11017 - Professional Practice 1: Work Integrated Learning - 3 cp, Level 2 11018 - Professional Practice 2: Work Integrated Learning - 3 cp, Level 3 11079 - The Art and Power of Communication - 3 cp, Level 1 11080 - Digital Media Fundamentals - 3 cp, Level 1 11081 - Producing Credible Communication - 3 cp, Level 1 11082 - Engaging Audiences - 3 cp, Level 1 11083 - Professional Evidence (Communication and Media) - 3 cp, Level 3
• SM0007 Specialist Major in Journalism (24 credit points) Required - Must pass 24 credit points as follows 11084 - Journalism Now and Next - 3 cp, Level 1 11085 - Street Stories - 3 cp, Level 1 11086 - Sound Stories - 3 cp, Level 2 11087 - In-Depth: Feature and Specialist Writing - 3 cp, Level 3 11088 - Data Journalism - 3 cp, Level 2 11089 - Video Live - 3 cp, Level 2 11090 - Newsfeed - 3 cp, Level 3 11091 - Advocacy and Influence: Shaping Public Opinion - 3 cp, Level 3

Open Electives - 24 credit points as follows

• Must pass 24 credit points from anywhere in the University, as a breadth major, a breadth minor and/or as individual units.

Admission Requirements

Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank. A rank can be achieved by the following means:- Year 12 ATAR- other Australian Qualification- work experience- overseas qualificationWe also offer a number of entry initiatives that give you the opportunity to gain entry to the University via alternate pathway programs and admissions schemes. More information is available on our Alternative Entry page: http://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/applications/apply-now/alternative-entry

Assumed Knowledge

None.

Periods Course is Open to New Admissions

Information on admission closing dates can be found here.

Credit Arrangements

Credit arrangements (if available) for this course can be found on the University's Credit Search website.