Curtin University
Bachelor of Arts (Journalism)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationCurtin has a reputation for producing highly skilled journalists able to research, investigate and report on topics across mainstream and independent media platforms. In this major you will learn to research and prepare news, feature and other content for radio, video and online platforms.
You’ll learn theory and practical skills from staff with strong industry experience and connections, and use industry-standard media facilities and platforms. These include our new media production studio, Curtin FM radio and the student online news site, Western Independent.
You may also complete a professional placement unit, which provides valuable opportunities to undertake work experience with potential employers.
Delivery mode
Curtin University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 78 Murray Street, Perth
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Recently left high school
- Completed year 12 in Australia or overseas in the past two years, or
- Completed TAFE or VET studies in the past two years.
Essential WACE subjects (prerequisites)
- English ATAR, Literature ATAR or English as an Additional Language/Dialect ATAR.
Curtin requires all applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English.
- IELTS Academic; Overall band score 6.5
Work and life experience
- You have left secondary education more than two years ago (i.e. who are not classified as recent secondary education applicants)
- Have not undertaken vocational education training (VET) or higher education study since then.
TAFE or apprenticeship
- Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study are those whose highest level of study since leaving secondary education is a VET course.
- Study at a public TAFE or other VET provider, whether a qualification was completed or not.
- Applicants with VET study may have other qualifications such as a Year 10 or Year 12 secondary school certificate.
- AQF Certificate IV - Separate evidence of English language proficiency is required; or AQF Diploma; or AQF Advanced Diploma.
Current or previous University experience
- Applicants with higher education are those whose highest level of study since leaving secondary education is a higher education course, such as a university degree.
- Applicants who are currently studying a higher education course at another education provider.
- It may also include applicants who have completed past study with university and non-university higher education providers.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Arts (Journalism) will prepare you for the following roles.
News Reporter
A News Reporter researches, investigates, and reports on current events, presenting news stories across various media platforms, including televisi...
Broadcaster
Broadcasters are the people who announce the news, host talkshows, and present radio programs. They traditionally work for television networks, rad...
Content Creator
A Content Creator produces media content on a range of digital platforms. You might write articles or blogs, film videos or clips or produce illust...
Journalist
A Journalist writes and presents news stories in a range of media formats. You might research news events and conduct interviews with news subjects...
Editor
An Editor makes changes to written work before it is published. You might correct errors, check facts or reduce the size of a written piece. Editor...
About Curtin University
Curtin is an innovative, global university known for its high-impact research, strong industry partnerships and commitment to preparing you for jobs of the future.
You’ll receive an outstanding education in an inclusive and collaborative environment.
With Curtin ranked in the top one per cent of universities worldwide in the highly regarded Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) 2022, you’ll experience high-quality teaching alongside world-class research.
