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Bachelor of Communication (Honours)

Overview

Develop advanced skills and knowledge in communication theory, research, policy and practice in this interdisciplinary program.

This Honours program is an extra year of study which follows on from the Bachelor of Communication. It is designed to prepare you for a lifetime of creative and critical use of media and communication.

The program is based on a combination of coursework and research in a relevant area of communication. The aim of the program is to round off the learning experiences you gained at an undergraduate level by providing you with opportunities for research and leadership under close supervision. You will research a communication-related issue in-depth and present your findings in the form of a thesis.

The knowledge and skills you will develop are widely valued and can be used in a variety of careers that require strong communication abilities.

Location
St Lucia
Duration
1 Year full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Start Semester
Semester 1 (19 Feb, 2024)
Program Code
2237
AQF
Level 8
Location
St Lucia
Fees
A$41120
Duration
1 Year full-time
Start Semester
Semester 1 (19 Feb, 2024)
Semester dates for 2025 are yet to be confirmed
Program Code
2237
CRICOS Code
081758E
AQF
Level 8

Program highlights

Program highlights

  • Build a comprehensive skill-set of writing, industry engagement, production and critical thinking skills.
  • Write a thesis based on your chosen research area in communication, grounded in knowledge of the theories and previous studies in the field.

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How you'll learn

Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.

  • Overseas study
  • Research experience
  • Seminars
  • Workshops

What you'll study

At UQ, degrees are called 'programs' and subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study in this program:

  • Research Methods & Project Management
  • Topics in Journalism and Communication Studies
  • Honours Research Thesis

Career possibilities

Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:

  • Digital content producer
  • Social media manager
  • Copywriter
  • Broadcast producer
  • Content producer
  • Marketing coordinator
  • Corporate communications officer
  • Broadcaster
  • Correspondent/Journalist
  • Public relations professional

Entry requirements

Prerequisites

  • Bachelor of Communication from the University (or equivalent); and
  • have gained a grade point average (GPA) of 5.5 on a 7-point scale (or higher set by the Head of School for specific fields of study) from an approved combination of courses comprising:
  • all Level 2 and Level 3 BCommun Core Courses*; and
  • 6 units of Level 2 and Level 3 courses from the chosen BCommun Major**; or

  • satisfy the executive dean that the person is qualified to undertake the program based on the person's academic records and subject to completion of additional work, if set.
*Previously Part A Core**Previously Part BOther Entry Requirements
  • The head of school may limit places depending on supervisor availability.
  • Once eligibility is established, entry is via a competitive selection process based on GPA.

Prerequisites

  • Bachelor of Communication from the University (or equivalent); and
  • have gained a grade point average (GPA) of 5.5 on a 7-point scale (or higher set by the Head of School for specific fields of study) from an approved combination of courses comprising:
  • all Level 2 and Level 3 BCommun Core Courses*; and
  • 6 units of Level 2 and Level 3 courses from the chosen BCommun Major**; or

  • satisfy the executive dean that the person is qualified to undertake the program based on the person's academic records and subject to completion of additional work, if set.
*Previously Part A Core**Previously Part BOther Entry Requirements
  • The head of school may limit places depending on supervisor availability.
  • Once eligibility is established, entry is via a competitive selection process based on GPA.

English language requirements

IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ

TOEFL iBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.

PTE Academic - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub bands.

BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.

CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.

OET is not accepted.

 

There are other ways to meet the English language requirements. For some programs, additional conditions apply.

Learn how to meet the English language requirements

Student visas

International students who are accepted into full-time study in the Bachelor of Communication (Honours) are eligible to apply for an Australian student visa (subclass 500).

There are a number of requirements you must satisfy before a visa is granted, including the genuine temporary entrant (GTE) requirement.

Learn more about student visas

Fees and Scholarships

Indicative annual fee

Approximate yearly cost of tuition (16 units). Your fees will vary according to your selected courses and study load. Fees are reviewed each year and may increase.

$15,581

2024

$15,581

2024

Learn more about undergraduate fees

Approximate yearly cost of tuition (16 units). Your fees will vary according to your study load. Fees are reviewed each year and may increase.

AUD $41,120

2024

AUD $41,120

2024

Learn more about undergraduate fees

Government assistance

Financial aid

As an international student, you might be eligible for financial aid – either from your home country, or from the Australian Government.

Learn more about financial aid

HECS-HELP

Domestic places in the Bachelor of Communication (Honours) are Commonwealth Supported. This means the cost of your education is shared between you and the Australian Government.

Instead of tuition fees, Commonwealth Supported students pay what are called student contribution amounts.

HECS-HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme to assist eligible students with the cost of their student contribution amounts.

Learn more about HECS-HELP

Centrelink support

Scholarships

You may be eligible for more than 100 scholarships, including:

How to apply

Important dates

The closing date for this program is:

  • To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.

To learn more about UQ dates, including semester start dates, view the Academic Calendar.

Important dates

The closing date for this program is:

  • To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.

To learn more about UQ dates, including semester start dates, view the Academic Calendar.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants

For support with applying – or if you have any questions about university life – get in touch with our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies Unit.

Contact the ATSIS Unit

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