The University of Notre Dame Australia
Bachelor of Arts (Journalism)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationA free press is vital for the functioning of any democratic society, and Australia has always supported an energetic media industry. Working journalists require a variety of practical skills, such as news gathering, interviewing, writing, and editing, as well as a thorough understanding of the legal and ethical framework in which they operate. The University of Notre Dame Australia, Bachelor of Arts, majoring in Journalism, covers this entire spectrum.
This program will give you the skills you need to become a successful journalist, whether you want to work as a traditional print or broadcast journalist or focus on the fast-growing digital space. Along the way, you’ll also be introduced to the world of documentary making, explore the relationship between politics and the media and learn how to craft a feature story for a newspaper or magazine.
Completing a Bachelor of Arts with a Journalism Major allows you to work almost anywhere in the world. You might decide to travel during your degree, with both long and short-term opportunities available through our Study Abroad or Experience the World programs.
Delivery mode
The University of Notre Dame Australia offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 19 Mouat St, Fremantle
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
English language test scores
- IELTS Academic:6.0 overall, with no individual band score lower than 6.0
- CAE/CPE: 169 overall, with no individual band score lower than 169
- PTE Academic: 50 overall, with no individual band score lower than 50
- TOEFL (iBT): 73 overall and no other band score lower than 18
Applicants with Recent Secondary Education
Applicants with recent Secondary Education must meet one of the following criteria:
- HSC Performance Band Results with a Band 4 in English, a minimum average of Bands 4s and an overall minimum average HSC mark of 70% in HSC Category A Courses (or Interstate equivalent). Applicants must be eligible for an ATAR or OP; or
- Minimum International Baccalaureate (IB) score of 24.
Applicants with Higher Education Study
Applicants with Higher Education Study must meet one of the following criteria:
- Other University Studies completed at undergraduate level or higher. A minimum number of 2 successfully completed subjects; or
- Successful completion of the Notre Dame Tertiary Pathway Program or of another Enabling Program at a level deemed sufficient by the University.
Applicants who have successfully completed subjects at another University, which are relevant to the selected program of study, may be eligible for Advanced Standing.
Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET) Study
Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET) Study must have completed AQF Certificate IV or higher in a relevant discipline, from an accredited provider such as TAFE or a Registered Training Organisation (RTO).
Applicants with Work and Life Experience
Applicants with Work and Life Experience who left secondary education more than two years ago and have not undertaken VET or higher education study since then may seek admission based on the following:
Their experience, which could include a combination of factors sufficient to demonstrate readiness for higher education such as Mature Age entry, relevant professional experience, community involvement or work experience. Applicants may have undertaken non-formal programs that have helped prepare them for tertiary education or are relevant to the proposed higher education field of study. Evidence must be provided as to the type and duration of employment (minimum of two years) in a relevant industry.
Additional requirements may apply.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 The University of Notre Dame Australia
In today’s world, thinking critically and creatively are essential life skills.
Notre Dame degrees, based in the Catholic intellectual tradition of liberal education, equip students with an increased ability to think and reason, a vital advantage not only during study but far beyond to their professional and personal lives.
Students are encouraged to expand their minds. They learn to think creatively and critically, to see the world, its opportunities and their place in it more clearly. They learn to learn for life.
