Program Overview

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Communication (Writing and Publishing) course is designed for individuals interested in creative writing and the publishing industry. This program provides students with the skills and knowledge to develop their writing abilities and understand the Australian publishing industry within a global context. The course is delivered by accomplished authors, scholars, and industry experts who introduce students to various forms of creative writing, including fiction, nonfiction, poetry, writing for performance, and digital storytelling.

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. Students must complete the following components:

• Core (24 Credit Points): Complete the core subjects, including STM91104 (24 CPs) - Core (Communication)
• Major (48 Credit Points): Complete the Writing and Publishing major, MAJ09477 (48 CPs)
• Second Major / Elective Choice (48 Credit Points): Select either a second major or elective/stream choice
  • Second Major (48 Credit Points): Choose one of the following majors:
    • MAJ09479 (48 CPs) - Digital and Social Media
    • MAJ09478 (48 CPs) - Journalism
    • MAJ09482 (48 CPs) - Media Business
    • MAJ09476 (48 CPs) - Social and Political Sciences
    • MAJ09480 (48 CPs) - Strategic Communication
  • Elective/Stream (48 Credit Points): Select one stream choice and complete electives
    • Stream Choice (18 Credit Points): Choose one of the following streams:
      • STM91659 (18 CPs) - Digital Social Media
      • STM91673 (18 CPs) - Journalism
      • STM91661 (18 CPs) - Media Business
      • STM91671 (18 CPs) - Social Political Sciences
      • STM91660 (18 CPs) - Strategic Communication
    • Electives (30 Credit Points): Complete the following:
      • CBK92066 (30 CPs) - Electives
    • Electives (24 Credit Points): 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.

Program Details

• Award: Bachelor of Communication (Writing and Publishing)
• Faculty: Arts and Social Sciences
• Study Level: Undergraduate
• Location: City campus
• Duration: 3 years
• UAC Code: Available for Autumn and Spring sessions
• CRICOS Code: Available
• Language of Instruction: English

Inherent Requirements

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

Study Plans

Study plans are available for Autumn and Spring commencing, full-time students.