Program Overview

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Communication (Journalism) is designed for aspiring journalists passionate about addressing global issues and communicating them to the public. This course offers a comprehensive blend of practical skills and critical thinking, essential for framing world affairs in a clear and engaging manner. The approach at UTS champions journalism as a cornerstone of democracy, instilling in students the critical, ethical, and political acumen necessary for their future careers.

Program Structure

The program consists of 144 credit points, comprising 24 credit points of core subjects, a 48-credit-point major, a potential 48-credit-point second major, and 24 credit points of electives.

Core Subjects

• Complete the following stream:
  • STM91104: 24 CPs, Core (Communication)

Major

• Complete the following major:
  • MAJ09478: 48 CPs, Journalism

Second Major / Elective

• Select EITHER Second Major OR Elective/Stream choice:
  • Second Major: 48 Credit Points
    • Select one of the following majors:
      • MAJ09479: 48 CPs, Digital and Social Media
      • MAJ09483: 48 CPs, Media Business
      • MAJ09476: 48 CPs, Social and Political Sciences
      • MAJ09480: 48 CPs, Strategic Communication
      • MAJ09477: 48 CPs, Writing and Publishing
  • Elective/ Stream Choice: 48 Credit Points
    • Select one Stream Choice and complete Electives:
      • Stream Choice: 18 Credit Points
        • Select one of the following streams:
          • STM91659: 18 CPs, Digital Social Media
          • STM91701: 18 CPs, Media Business
          • STM91671: 18 CPs, Social Political Sciences
          • STM91660: 18 CPs, Strategic Communication
          • STM91658: 18 CPs, Writing and Publishing
      • Electives: 30 Credit Points
        • Complete the following:
          • CBK92066: 30 CPs, Electives
        • Alternatively:
          • CBK92062: 24 CPs, Electives (select one of the following) - CBK92068: 24 CPs, Electives (6cp subjects) - CBK92067: 24 CPs, Electives (8cp subjects)

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, graduates will be able to:

1. Apply theoretically informed understandings of communication industries to independent and collaborative projects across a range of media.
2. Act as reflexive critical thinkers and innovative communication practitioners who can thoughtfully evaluate and analyse their own and others' work.
3. Demonstrate a strong awareness, knowledge of, and sensitivity to, diversity and equity in global contexts.
4. Apply knowledge and skills related to Indigenous Australian contexts to inform capabilities to work for and with Indigenous Australians within communication industries.
5. Reflect upon and act ethically in the personal, political and professional contexts of civil society.
6. Listen actively and communicate clearly and appropriately in diverse communication industry contexts utilising a range of media and modes for different audiences.

Professional Recognition

Graduates are eligible to apply for professional level membership of the Media, Entertainment and Arts Alliance (MEAA). Students are eligible for student membership of the MEAA and access to the MEAA, Women in Media and Walkley Foundation network which provides skill development programs. The course is recognised by the MEAA and the Australian Press Council.

Inherent Requirements

Inherent requirements are academic and non-academic requirements that are essential for successfully completing a course at UTS. These can be found via the inherent requirements directory.

Study Plans

Available study plans include:

• Autumn commencing, full time
• Spring commencing, full time

Program Details

• Award(s): Bachelor of Communication (Journalism)
• Faculty: Arts and Social Sciences
• Study level: Undergraduate
• Location: City campus
• Duration: 3 Year(s)
• UAC code(s): Available for Autumn Session, Spring Session
• CRICOS code: K
• Language of instruction: English