UndergraduateCommunications & Media
Bachelor of Communication
University of the Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs, QLD, Australia
About this program
The Bachelor of Communication at the University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC) is a three-year, 24-course degree (CRICOS 058396G) offered at the Sunshine Coast and Moreton Bay campuses. Students take two majors, or one major and two minors, from areas including Social Media, Journalism, Creative Writing and Publishing, Digital Culture, Game Design, Screen Media and Visual Communication.
The degree mixes core communication theory with practical work: students write briefs, build communication campaigns and work with real clients, with work placement opportunities available. UniSC lists graduate roles including copywriter, content strategist, social media manager, public relations officer, corporate communications officer and marketing officer. International students on a student visa must study on campus and full-time; the online version of the degree is not open to student visa holders.
Fees & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
Study plan in 51 parts
- Program structure
- Introductory courses (6) 72 units
- CMN101Introduction to Creative Entrepreneurship
- CMN106Contemporary Communication Theory and Trends
- CMN107Communication for the Creative Professional
- CMN109Editing for Professionals
- CMN120Introduction to Contemporary Global Media and Communication
- CMN150Digital Journalism
- Graduate courses (1) 12 units
- CMN314Global Communication
- PLUS select 1 course (1) 12 units from:
- BCI302Work Integrated Learning Project
- BCI303Work Integrated Learning Placement
- PLUS 16 courses
- - Journalism^
- - Social Media
- Select a second major or two minors from:
- Majors
- - Creative Writing and Publishing
- - Digital Culture^
- - Game Design
- - Interactive Media
- - Journalism^
- - Music^
- - Screen Media
- - Social Media
- - Theatre and Performance^
- - Visual Communication
- Minors
- - Creative and Interactive Advertising^
- - Creative Writing and Publishing
- - Digital Culture^
- - Fashion Studies^
- - Game Art and Animation
- - Game Design
- - Game Programming^
- - Interactive Media
- - Journalism^
- - Music^
- - Photographic Practice^
- - Screen Media
- - Social Media
- - Strategic Global Communication^
- - Theatre and Performance^
- - Visual Communication
- With the approval of the Program Coordinator
- students may replace a specified communication major or minor with a study component that the Program Coordinator deems to be equivalent to an approved UniSC study component
- completed or commenced at another university or comparable tertiary institution. A UniSC study component is a coherent set of courses that develop a particular academic theme which is formally recognised on the Official Statement of Academic Record
- ^ Not currently available at Moreton Bay campus
- Elective courses
- Select up to a total of 12 to 36 units from the undergraduate elective course options. The number of electives will vary depending on the majors or minors chosen
- Program structures are subject to change. Not all UniSC courses are available on every UniSC campus
Admissions
Entry requirements Entry requirements For entry into most UniSC 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 UniSC 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. Minimum entry threshold Applicants must meet the minimum ATAR/Rank. Location ATAR/Rank Sunshine Coast 50.00 Moreton Bay 50.00 Online 50.00 Additional entry information Applicants from a non-English speaking background should refer to the English language requirements for further information. Recommended prior study English Inherent academic requirements Prospective students must consider the Inherent Academic Requirements before applying to study this program. Refer to Communication programs - Inherent Academic Requirements
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