Communication is an exciting new area of study encompassing several disciplines.

Students develop a critical awareness of how communication influences human lives.

Courses examine the many different forms of communication, including verbal, non-verbal and written.

The various technologies through which information is transmitted are also considered.

The program emphasises applied skills relevant to work within communication industries.

Journalism is a professional program aimed at preparing graduates for entry into work in journalism and related fields.

It develops understanding of journalism and its media and communication contexts;

the skills to do journalism, and the reflection necessary to be a journalist.

Course Lists

Courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelors of Communication / Journalism :

• Course list for the Bachelor of Communication
• Course list for the Bachelor of Journalism

Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.

Majors/Specialisations

Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the major(s) that are of interest to you for more information.

Bachelor of Communication

• Digital Media MajorPublic Relations Major

Honours

Honours is available as an additional year of study.

Study options

Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:

• Bachelor of Journalism (Honours)
• Bachelor of Communication (Honours)

To complete the Bachelors of Communication / Journalism

To fulfil the requirements of the Bachelors of Communication / Journalism, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.

Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.