Bachelor of Communication and Journalism/Bachelor of Business

Program Overview

This four-year program combines communication and journalism with business studies. Students develop skills in writing, research, communication, and media production. The program emphasizes ethical communication, global perspectives, and the use of digital media. Graduates are prepared for careers in journalism, public relations, marketing, and other communication-related fields.

Program Outline

Outline:

Year 1

• Semester 1
• Introduction to Communication and Journalism
• Engaging Australia and the Asia-Pacific
• Purpose of Business
• Semester2
• Research and Writing for Journalism
• Communication: Theory and Scholarship
• Communication Performance
• Semester3
• Empowering the Professional Communicator
• Grand Challenges for Business
• Media Law

Year 2

• Semester1
• Digital Media and Portfolio Production
• Media Innovation and Entrepreneurship
• Ethical Communication
• Global Journalism, Media and Communication
• Semester2
• Media Relations
• Accounting (Extended) Business major courses

Year3

• Semester1
• Business Decision-Making
• Business major courses
• Semester2
• Creative Culture
• Professional Writing

Year4

• Semester1
• Advanced Digital Media Production
• Business major courses

Tuition fees An International student is a person who is not Australian citizen, a New Zealand citizen, a Pacific Engagement visa holder or the holder of a permanent resident/humanitarian visa. Indicative annual tuition fee The indicative annual tuition fee is calculated based on a standard full-time study load which is usually 80 credit points (two full-time trimesters). The indicative annual tuition fee is based on current conditions and available data and should only be used as a guide. These fees are reviewed annually and are subject to change. Tuition fees An International student pays tuition fees. Students are liable for tuition fees for the courses they are enrolled in as at the census date. The tuition fee for students who commence their program prior to 2014 is charged according to the approved program fee for the trimester in which the student commenced the program. The tuition fee for students who commence their program from 2014 onwards is charged according to the approved program fee for the trimester in which the student is enrolled. Year of study Fee category / Band Fee per CP Tuition fee Year of study 2024 Fee category / Band Fee Band 34.0 Fee per CP $425.00 Tuition fee $34,000 (80 CP) Changing programs If an International student changes to a different program they will be subject to the approved program fee for the trimester in which they are enrolled. Permanent resident status If an undergraduate student obtains permanent resident status in Australia after commencing study in a program, and the student can provide evidence of permanent resident status prior to the census date (of the trimester in which they are enrolled), the student will be provided with a domestic fee-paying place. The student may then apply for a Commonwealth supported place at the next admission period provided that the student satisfies the conditions for transfer from a domestic fee-paying place to a Commonwealth supported place as set out in the Undergraduate Programs Admission Policy. If a postgraduate student obtains permanent resident status in Australia after commencing study in a program, and the student can provide evidence of permanent resident status prior to the census date (of the trimester in which they are enrolled), the student will automatically be considered for a Commonwealth supported place (subject to availability) or a domestic fee-paying place as applicable for the program. If a research student obtains permanent resident status in Australia after commencing study in a program, and the student can provide evidence of permanent resident status prior to the census date (of the trimester in which they are enrolled), the student will automatically be considered for a Commonwealth Government Research Training Program (RTP) Fee Offset or a domestic fee-paying place as applicable for the program. Further information Fees and Charges Procedure 3.6 - Fees for International Students 3.9 - Administrative and Miscellaneous Charges Fees and Charges Schedules Cost of studying in Australia Scholarships for international students We offer a range of scholarships and awards to support international students studying our undergraduate, postgraduate, research and pathway programs. Learn more about Scholarships for international students My career opportunities Communication and Journalism occupations may include: social media coordinator, community and stakeholder engagement officer, digital marketing specialist, communications officer, events manager, social media manager, public relations consultant, public relations professional, strategic communications specialist, media liaison officer, campaign manager, media analyst, promotions officer, copywriter, journalist, reporter, producer, researcher, editor freelance writer, corporate promotions and communications. A business degree gives you the foundation to take your career just about anywhere. You will be prepared to use your extensive business skills in a range of increasingly diverse settings including not-for-profit, government and corporate organisations. Asian Business Career opportunities may be found in government, businesses with overseas profiles, international aid and other non-governmental organisations, news and media organisations, and the education industry in Asia. Behavioural Science Career opportunities may be found in government, private enterprise and not-for-profit organisations across various disciplines including marking and advertising, human services, healthcare, economics, policy development, research and evaluation of programs and services. Employment Relations You will be able to work as an employment relations manager or consultant, or in roles dealing with workplace planning and policy, managerial strategy, industrial advocacy, occupational health and safety, and workplace negotiation. Innovation and Entrepreneurship Our courses highlight the ways you can create and develop innovative ideas that enable scale and societal impact. You will have an understanding of the entrepreneurial mindset, ways to identify or create opportunities and the strategic and operational issues in firm creation. Create your own career by starting your own lifestyle or high-potential startup, be entrepreneurial while working in a family business or being an intrapreneur within someone's business. Events You will be well-prepared for an exciting career working for event and conference organisers in the sport, tourism, marketing, media and cultural sectors as well as coordinating and managing government event portfolios. Financial Crime Investigation and Compliance You will be prepared for a range of career paths, including roles in financial crime compliance, sanctions management, anti-bribery and corruption compliance, investigation of anti-money laundering/counter-terrorism financing (AML/CTF), forensic accounting, data management and analysis, risk management, regulatory advisory, fraud prevention, and Know Your Customer (KYC) processes. These career opportunities are available in various sectors, including finance and banking, law enforcement, and regulatory bodies. Human Resource Management Prepare for a career as a human resource manager or consultant. Human resource professionals work in many sectors including business management, counselling, workforce planning and policy, and recruiting and training staff for the public and private sectors and non-government organisations. The Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management) is recognised by the Australian Human Resources Institute. International Business Graduates may work with international trade and investment organisations, or in the public and private sectors in management, strategic planning, research, corporate government relations, global operations and public relations. Logistics and Supply Chain Management You may find work as a logistics and supply chain manager, purchasing manager, business or strategy manager, or export and import operations manager. Career opportunities exist in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors. Management Good managers are needed across all sectors and in businesses of all sizes. With this qualification, you can apply your business management knowledge to an area of personal interest and may find work in roles as a business manager in human resources, strategy, planning and policy, and training and development. Download a study guide Explore what Griffith University has to offer Find out more Apply for this degree How to apply An international student is a person who is not: an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a Pacific Engagement visa holder or a person who has Australian permanent resident status. This program is available to International students for study in Australia at Griffith University. International students applying to study on-campus in Australia will require a student visa or another type of visa which does not preclude them from studying in Australia. You can apply for admission online OR via a Griffith University registered agent. Apply now Entry requirements Academic entry requirements (by country) Academic entry requirements apply to International applicants for undergraduate programs. You can view the academic entry requirements for this program below. 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The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this program are as follows: A minimum overall band score of 6.5 on IELTS (Academic) with no sub-score of less than 6.0 OR a minimum score of 575 on TOEFL OR an internet-based (iBT) TOEFL score of 79 (no sub-score less than 19) OR no score less than 3+ in each skill of the ISLPR (conducted by ISLPR Language Services only) OR a minimum overall score of 176 (no score less than 169) on C1 Advanced (formerly Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English) or C2 Proficiency (formerly Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English) OR an overall score of 58 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 50. English test results must be no more than two years old. Applicants should refer to the following University procedure for further information: Admission Procedure International students who successfully complete the Direct Entry Program (DEP) will satisfy the English Language requirements for this Griffith