University of Canberra

Bachelor of Communication and Media (Journalism)

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

With a Bachelor of Communication and Media (Journalism) from the University of Canberra, you’ll be on the path to an exciting journalistic future. With unrivalled opportunities due to the unique Canberra location and proximity to the Parliament House Press Gallery, you’ll study the art of storytelling and learn how to tell true, accurate and intriguing stories about our world.

You’ll explore how to research, produce, publish and promote news across a range of different media, and develop your editorial judgement and leadership ability by working in teams to publish your original stories in print, on-air and online. Topics studied include traditional reporting, digital curation, content creation and freelancing. You’ll graduate with the full suite of in-demand skills which will allow you to produce engaging quality journalism in a multi-platform media environment.

Delivery mode

University of Canberra offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • 20 Telita St, Bruce

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank, which can be achieved by the following means:

  • Year 12 ATAR
  • Other Australian Qualification
  • Work Experience
  • Overseas Qualification

An IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent), is also required.

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

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Study mode On Campus
Duration 3 Years
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Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Communication and Media (Journalism) will prepare you for the following roles.

Communications Specialist

Communications Specialists guide the way an organisation communicates with customers, suppliers, shareholders, community stakeholders and employees...

Avg yearly income $99,996
Entry barriers Low

Advertising Copywriter

Advertising Copywriters are marketing professionals who write persuasive copy for pay-per-click ads, billboards, brochures, print media advertiseme...

Avg yearly income $83,200
Entry barriers Low

Copywriter

A Copywriter produces written material for use in advertising and promotional material. You might write about a product or service or about an orga...

Avg yearly income $93,340
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $78,000
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $79,976
Entry barriers Low

News Reporter

A News Reporter researches, investigates, and reports on current events, presenting news stories across various media platforms, including televisi...

Avg yearly income $83,200
Entry barriers Low

About University of Canberra

Dynamic and vibrant, the University of Canberra (UC) is embedded deep in the soul of Canberra, the Australian capital. Canberra is a place where ideas are born, creativity is explored and opportunity is created.

Our home in Canberra and connection with our neighbouring communities shapes our purpose as a university. Whether it’s fostering innovation, meeting health-care needs, solving environmental challenges or equipping our future leaders, our University is an embodiment of our distinctive city. Canberra is a wonderful place to live, study and work – a safe, connected, multicultural city which boasts great scenery, excellent entertainment and sports venues, a buzzing food scene and a glittering galaxy of cultural institutions.

UC is a university for the professions, dedicated to providing immersive student experiences focussed on employability outcomes. We’re ranked in the top 5 universities in the world for reducing inequalities (THE Impact Rankings 2021, 2023), in the world’s top 300 universities (THE, 2023) and ranked number one in the ACT for full-time employment and teaching quality (GUG 2023). These are remarkable achievements for a university only recently celebrating its 30th anniversary.

This success is in part due to our two-pronged focus, encompassing progressive teaching and learning, as well as strong ties to industry. The latter means that students enjoy real-world work experience, internships and clinical placements meaning UC students get a taste for their future careers, even before graduation.

As new developments continue to expand the campus one thing the University has maintained over its 30 years is its indomitable, distinctive character. Our location in Australia’s capital city has shaped the University as progressive and dynamic – dedicated to public service and building a sustainable and prosperous future. As a hub of learning, practical courses, innovative research and new opportunities, it will always be the University in, of and for Canberra