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Bachelor of Communication in Brisbane

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Bachelor

Nathan, Gold Coast
Developed in close consultation with industry, the Bachelor of Communication and Journalism will produce communication specialists who understand the diversity and complexity of the contemporary communication and media landscape and are able to thrive within it.
Entry Requirements

The University's Undergraduate Programs Admission Policy will apply.

Prior OP students: Applicants who graduated with an OP in or before 2019 can apply to Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority (QCAA) for an ATAR statement. For more information visit qcaa.qld.edu.au/senior/australian-tertiary-admission-rank-atar.

Duration
3 years full-time, 6 years part-time
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Tuition Fees
$31,000 per year / $93,000 total
International Tuition Fees
$31,000 per year / $93,000 total
ATAR
65
Graduate Satisfaction
78.70%

Bachelor

Nathan, Gold Coast
A double degree combining the Bachelor of Government and International Relations with the Bachelor of Communication and Journalism will produce media professionals with the knowledge and understanding to work effectively within local, national and international political context either as...
Entry Requirements

The University's Undergraduate Programs Admission Policy will apply.

Prior OP students: Applicants who graduated with an OP in or before 2019 can apply to Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority (QCAA) for an ATAR statement. For more information visit qcaa.qld.edu.au/senior/australian-tertiary-admission-rank-atar.

Duration
4 years full-time, 8 years part-time
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Tuition Fees
$30,000 per year / $120,000 total
International Tuition Fees
$30,000 per year / $120,000 total
ATAR
65
Graduate Satisfaction
78.70%

Bachelor

Nathan, Gold Coast
With Griffith University's Bachelor of Communication and Journalism/Bachelor of Business you can multiply your career options. In as little as four years, you can graduate with two degrees and a unique skill set that will give you an edge in the employment market.
Entry Requirements

The University's Undergraduate Programs Admission Policy will apply.

Prior OP students: Applicants who graduated with an OP in or before 2019 can apply to Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority (QCAA) for an ATAR statement. For more information visit qcaa.qld.edu.au/senior/australian-tertiary-admission-rank-atar.

Duration
4 years full-time, 8 years part-time
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Tuition Fees
$30,500 per year / $122,000 total
International Tuition Fees
$30,500 per year / $122,000 total
ATAR
65
Graduate Satisfaction
78.70%

Graduate Certificate

Kelvin Grove, Gardens Point
This Graduate Certificate helps you meet the English language requirements to enter the QUT Master of Professional Engineering program.
Entry Requirements
Academic entry requirements

Requirements for this pathway course are dependent your selected Master program and major.

Master of Professional Engineering (Electrical OR Electrical and Management Majors)

EN60 Graduate Certificate in Communication for Engineering (1 semester) and EN55 Master of Professional Engineering (Electrical OR Electrical and Management) (3 semesters)

A completed recognised four year full time Bachelor degree in an Electrical engineering discipline with a grade point average of 4.0 or higher (on QUT's 7 point scale).

Master of Professional Engineering (Mechanical OR Mechanical and Management Majors)

EN60 Graduate Certificate in Communication for Engineering (1 semester) and EN55 Master of Professional Engineering (Mechanical OR Mechanical and Management) (3 semesters)

A completed recognised four year full time Bachelor degree in a Mechanical engineering discipline with a grade point average of 4.0 or higher (on QUT's 7 point scale).

Master of Professional Engineering (Civil OR Civil and Construction OR Civil and Management Majors)

EN60 Graduate Certificate in Communication for Engineering (1 semester) and EN55 Master of Professional Engineering (Civil OR Civil and Construction OR Civil and Management) (3 semesters)

A completed recognised four year full time Bachelor degree in a Civil engineering discipline with a grade point average of 4.0 or higher (on QUT's 7 point scale).

 

Master of Engineering Management

EN60 Graduate Certificate in Communication for Engineering (1 semester) and BN87 Master of Engineering Management (2 semesters)

A completed recognised four year full time Bachelor degree in Electrical Mechanical or Civil engineering with a grade point average of 4.0 or higher (on QUT's 7 point scale).

 

Master of Engineering (Electrical)

EN60 Graduate Certificate in Communication for Engineering (1 semester) and EN50 Master of Engineering (Electrical) (2 semesters)

A completed recognised four year full time Bachelor degree in an Electrical engineering discipline with a grade point average of 4.0 or higher (on QUT's 7 point scale).

 

Master of Engineering (Mechanical)

EN60 Graduate Certificate in Communication for Engineering (1 semester) and EN50 Master of Engineering (Mechanical) (2 semesters)

A completed recognised four year full time Bachelor degree in a Mechanical engineering discipline with a grade point average of 4.0 or higher (on QUT's 7 point scale).

 

Master of Project Management

EN60 Graduate Certificate in Communication for Engineering (1 semester) and PM20 Master of Project Management (2 or 3 semesters)

A completed recognised four year full time Bachelor degree in an Electrical Mechanical or Civil engineering discipline with a grade point average of 4.0 or higher (on QUT's 7 point scale).

Duration
6 months full-time
Study Mode
In person

Graduate Certificate

Kelvin Grove
This Graduate Certificate helps you meet the English language requirements to enter a range of Masters degrees in Health.
Entry Requirements
Academic entry requirements Environmental Health major

A completed recognised bachelor degree (or higher award)

with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 4 (on QUT's 7 point scale)
in any discipline; and a minimum of 48 credit points (equivalent of one semester full time study) of basic science units that were completed at the bachelor degree level and must include:
  • 12 credit points (one subject) of foundation chemistry; and
  • 36 credit points in other science areas (e.g. microbiology physics anatomy and physiology life science).

Pathway leading to Master of Health Safety and Environment (Environmental Health)

Graduate Certificate in Communication for Health (Environmental Health) (1 semester) February or July entry leading to PU80 Master of Health Safety and Environment (Environmental Health) (4 semesters) February or July entry.

Nursing major

A completed recognised bachelor degree (or higher award)

with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 4 (on QUT's 7 point scale)
in nursing; or a completed recognised associate degree in nursing and one of year work experience as a registered nurse (or equivalent).

The Master of Advanced Practice Nursing does not lead to registration as a nurse in Australia. International students seeking registration in Australia should contact the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency for further advice or consider our Master of Nursing - Entry to Practice program.

Pathway leading to Master of Advanced Practice Nursing

Graduate Certificate in Communication for Health (Nursing) (1 semester) into:

  • February or July entry leading to NS80 Master of Advanced Practice Nursing (Chronic Health Care Nursing) (3 semesters) February or July entry.
  • February or July entry leading to NS80 Master of Advanced practice Nursing (Health Professional Education) (3 semesters) February or July entry.
  • February or July entry leading to NS80 Master of Advanced practice Nursing (Cross- Specialisation) (3 semesters) February or July entry.
Public Health major

Occupational Health and Safety

A completed recognised bachelor degree (or higher award)

with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 4 (on QUT's 7 point scale)
in any discipline.

Pathway leading to Master of Health Safety and Environment (Occupational Health and Safety)

Graduate Certificate in Communication for Health (Public Health) (1 semester) February or July entry leading to PU80 Master of Health Safety and Environment (Occupational Health and Safety) (4 semesters) February or July entry.

Public Health

A completed recognised bachelor degree (or higher award)

with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 4 (on QUT's 7 point scale)
in any discipline.

Pathway leading to Master of Public Health

Graduate Certificate in Communication for Health (Public Health) (1 semester) February or July entry leading to PU86 Master of Public Health (3 semesters) February or July entry (48 credit points advanced standing).

Duration
6 months full-time
Study Mode
In person

Bachelor

Nathan, Gold Coast
The Bachelor of Communication and Journalism/Bachelor of Science will combine the specialised disciplines of biological, clinical, chemical, physical and mathematical sciences with the skills and capacity to communicate these within various professions, and to the broader public.
Entry Requirements

The University's Undergraduate Programs Admission Policy will apply.

Prior OP students: Applicants who graduated with an OP in or before 2019 can apply to Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority (QCAA) for an ATAR statement. For more information visit qcaa.qld.edu.au/senior/australian-tertiary-admission-rank-atar.

Duration
4 years full-time, 8 years part-time
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Tuition Fees
$33,000 per year / $132,000 total
International Tuition Fees
$33,000 per year / $132,000 total
ATAR
65
Graduate Satisfaction
78.70%

Bachelor

Kelvin Grove
Prepare to work as a visual communication designer across traditional and new interactive media forms. Build your expertise in professional studio settings.
Entry Requirements

Year 12 early offer scheme

If you're a current Queensland Year 12 student you may be eligible to receive an offer for this course on the last day of Queensland Year 12 before receiving your ATAR or selection rank.

Find out more about the QUT Year 12 Early Offer Scheme

Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Duration
3 years full-time, 6 years part-time
Study Mode
In person
ATAR
70
Graduate Satisfaction
77.10%

Graduate Certificate

Kelvin Grove
Develop new skills in social media, data analytics, artificial intelligence and visualisation, all the while investigating how constantly-evolving technologies disrupt various industries.
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements

You must have one of the following:

  • A recognised bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in any discipline; or
  • A completed diploma (or higher qualification) in advertising animation communication interaction design journalism media marketing or public relations followed by at least two years full-time (or equivalent) professional experience working in a field related to your qualification; or
  • Five years full-time (or equivalent) professional experience working in advertising animation communication interaction design journalism media marketing or public relations.
Opening of applications for 2024

Applications for the 2024 February and July intakes will open 1 September 2023.

A completed recognised bachelor degree (or higher) in any discipline with a minimum grade point average score of 4.00 (on QUT's 7 point scale) or equivalent.

Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Duration
6 months full-time, 12 months part-time
Study Mode
In person

Masters (Coursework)

St Lucia
Graduate with highly valued communication skills, ready for career success in a range of communication industries in Australia and overseas.
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements

It's possible to complete this degree in 2 years or 1.5 years depending on your qualifications and experience.

You can apply for any duration as long as you meet the entry requirements. You may also be eligible to apply for credit or exemptions to shorten your degree further. You'll graduate with the same qualification no matter how long you take to complete the degree.

2-year degree (32 units of study)

To be eligible to complete the degree in 2 years

full-time (or part-time equivalent)
full-time (only available as full-time study)
, you'll need:
  • a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline.

You must have a grade point average (GPA) of at least 5.0 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.

1.5-year degree (24 units of study)

If you have relevant prior learning or experience, you can reduce the number of courses you need to complete and graduate in less time.

To be eligible to complete the degree in 1.5 years

full-time (or part-time equivalent)
full-time (only available as full-time study)
, you'll need:
  • a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline (see below), or
  • a graduate certificate* in a relevant discipline, or
  • a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline, plus 2 years full-time equivalent relevant work experience (see below).

You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 5.0 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.

*Please note if a graduate certificate is used as the basis of entry into the program and you do not have a degree in a relevant discipline, you will not be eligible for credit towards the Masters program.

Relevant disciplines for previous qualifications

Relevant disciplines include:

  • communication, journalism, public relations, mass media, media studies, film and television, writing, advertising, marketing, business management, event management, psychology, sociology, international relations, peace and conflict studies, community development, rural development, social work, speech pathology, linguistics, criminology, educational studies, anthropology, political science, digital studies, information technology.

You must have completed at least a major, field of study, or approximately 30% of program content including a mix of introductory and advanced courses.

Relevant work experience

Relevant work experience, which should be supported with evidence (see below), includes work:

  • in communication, public relations, marketing, advertising or community development roles, or
  • as a journalist/reporter/media producer or researcher in communication related fields, or
  • in any other profession in which a portfolio was built up demonstrating communication expertise.

Evidence of relevant work experience should include a letter from your employer (and/or previous employers) stating the following:

  • That you work (or worked) within the specified organisation
  • The length that you were there (i.e. 3 years)
  • The level at which you worked (full-time, part-time* or casual*)

*if you worked part-time or casual, please list the average amount of hours worked per week

GPA equivalent

Select where you studied and your qualification to see the GPA equivalent you need to be considered for this program.

Use the GPA equivalent as a guide. When you apply, we'll calculate your GPA using the UQ grading scale. Any failing grades will be included. Entry requirements are subject to change.

Equivalent subjects
SubjectQualification equivalent
Related programs
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 Master of Communication 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 Student (GS) requirement.

Learn more about student visas

Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Duration
1.5 years full-time
International Tuition Fees
$41,120 per year / $61,680 total
Graduate Satisfaction
81.00%

Masters (Coursework)

Kelvin Grove
If having the flexibility to work across many industries appeals to you, a career in digital communication may be an excellent fit. You will learn new skills that are applicable to various media forms, including social media, data analytics, artificial intelligence and visualisation.
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements

You must have one of the following:

2 year program
  • A recognised bachelor degree (or higher) in any field.
1.5 year program - Project Pathway
  • Completed the QUT Graduate Certificate in Digital Communication; or
  • A recognised bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in a relevant discipline; or
  • A recognised bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in any discipline followed by at least six months full-time (or equivalent) relevant professional experience.
1 year program - Project Pathway
  • Completed the QUT Graduate Diploma in Digital Communication; or
  • A recognised bachelor degree in a relevant discipline followed by at least two years full-time (or equivalent) relevant professional experience; or
  • A recognised bachelor degree plus graduate certificate both in a relevant discipline; or
  • A recognised bachelor honours degree in a relevant discipline; or
  • A recognised graduate diploma (or higher) in a relevant discipline.
Relevant discipline/work experience
  • Advertising
  • Animation
  • Communication
  • Interaction design
  • Journalism
  • Marketing
  • Media
  • Public relations
Opening of applications for 2024

Applications for the 2024 February and July intakes will open 1 September 2023.

Project Pathway option

Master of Digital Communication (Project Pathway option) - 2 year program:

  • A completed recognised bachelor degree in any discipline with a grade point average of 4.0 or higher (on QUT's 7 point scale).

Master of Digital Communication (Project Pathway option) - 1.5 year program:

  • A completed recognised bachelor degree with a grade point average of 4.0 or higher (on QUT's 7 point scale) in a relevant discipline*; or
  • Completion of QUT's Graduate Certificate in Digital Communication with a grade point average of 4.0 or higher (on QUT's 7 point scale); or
  • A completed recognised bachelor degree in any discipline with a grade point average of 4.0 or higher (on QUT's 7 point scale) and at least 6 months (full-time equivalent) professional experience in relevant discipline such as such as advertising animation communication interaction design journalism media marketing or public relations. Students applying on the basis of work experience must submit a detailed CV position details and employment statements.

Master of Digital Communication (Project Pathway option) - 1 year program:

  • A completed Australian Honours Bachelor degree with a grade point average (GPA) of 4.0 or higher (on QUT's 7 point scale) in digital communication a relevant discipline*; or
  • A completed recognised bachelor degree with a grade point average of 4.0 or higher (on QUT's 7 point scale) in digital communication or a relevant discipline and a completed Graduate Certificate with grade point average of 4.0 or higher (on QUT's 7 point scale) in digital communication or a relevant discipline*; or
  • Completion of QUT's Graduate Diploma in Digital Communication with a grade point average of 4.0 or higher (on QUT's 7 point scale); or
  • A completed recognised bachelor degree with a grade point average of 4.0 or higher (on QUT's 7 point scale) in digital communication or a relevant discipline and a minimum of 2 years of (full-time equivalent) professional experience in a relevant discipline such as such as advertising animation communication interaction design journalism media marketing or public relations. Students applying on the basis of work experience must submit a detailed CV position details and employment statements.

Advanced Project Pathway option

Master of Digital Communication (Advanced Project Pathway option) - 2 year program:

  • A completed recognised bachelor degree in any discipline with a grade point average of 4.0 or higher (on QUT's 7 point scale); or
  • A completed recognised bachelor degree with a grade point average of 4.0 or higher (on QUT's 7 point scale) in digital communication or a relevant discipline*; or
  • A completed recognised bachelor degree with a grade point average of 4.0 or higher (on QUT's 7 point scale) in digital communication or a relevant discipline and a completed Graduate Certificate with grade point average of 4.0 or higher (on QUT's 7 point scale) in digital communication or a relevant discipline*; or
  • Completion of QUT's Graduate Diploma in Digital Communication with a grade point average of 4.0 or higher (on QUT's 7 point scale); or
  • A completed recognised bachelor degree with a grade point average of 4.0 or higher (on QUT's 7 point scale) in digital communication or a relevant discipline and a minimum 2 years of (full-time equivalent) professional experience in relevant discipline such as such as advertising animation communication interaction design journalism media marketing or public relations. Students applying on the basis of work experience must submit a detailed CV position details and employment statements.

Master of Digital Communication (Advanced Project Pathway option) - 1.5 year & 1 year program options : Not available. Students who choose the Advanced Pathway will not receive the full amount of advanced standing to complete the masters in a shorter duration.

*Relevant study disciplines and work experience include: digital communication advertising animation communication interaction design journalism media marketing or public relations.

Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Duration
2 years full-time, 4 years part-time
Study Mode
In person

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