Charles Sturt University

Bachelor of Communication

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Learn how to channel your intellect, curiosity and creativity to create change in the world. The Bachelor of Communication will launch your career in the dynamic communication and media industry. This unique degree is co-designed, co-developed and co-delivered with alumni and industry partners. You will connect with industry from your first year and work in a collaborative and innovative environment with our lecturers, industry partners and alumni.

Delivery mode

Charles Sturt University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Blended

Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.


Locations
  • Panorama Avenue, Bathurst

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Academic Entry Requirement

  • Minimum ATAR for course (including adjustment factors)
  • OR Successful completion of two university level subjects (AQF Associate Degree or higher) demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies
  • OR Successful completion of a Tertiary Preparation Course from an Australian University or an accredited provider demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies. This includes the Charles Sturt Diploma of General Studies and Charles Sturt Pathway Program.
  • OR A completed AQF Certificate III or higher-level qualification or 50% completion of an AQF Diploma level qualification OR Work experience, within the same industry as the course profile, of no less than 2 years full-time equivalent
  • OR Other admissions options Schools Recommendation Scheme (SRS) Indigenous Access Program (IAP) Charles Sturt Advantage

English language requirements

You can normally meet the English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements for entry to most Charles Sturt University courses by doing one of the following:

  • providing evidence of having completed a sufficient standard of study in English
  • for undergraduate courses have obtained an Academic IELTS within the last 2 years with:
    • a minimum overall score of 6.0
    • no individual score below 5.5
  • for postgraduate coursework courses have obtained an Academic IELTS within the last 2 years with:
    • a minimum overall score of 6.0
    • no individual score below 6.0
  • for higher degree by research courses have obtained at Academic IELTS within the last 2 years with:
    • a minimum overall score of 6.5
    • no individual score below 6.0
  • obtaining a qualification deemed to be equivalent to Academic IELTS (and its minimum scores) by Charles Sturt.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $48,960 $77,520 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$48,960
Standard Tuition:
$77,520
Full Fee Tuition:
$48,960
Full Fee Tuition:
$77,520
Enquire with Charles Sturt University to find out more.
Study mode Blended
Duration 3 Years
Estimated fee* $0 - $48,960 $77,520 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Communication will prepare you for the following roles.

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

Communications Adviser

A Communications Adviser provides guidance on the release of information for a large organisation or business. You might oversee media and communic...

Avg yearly income $99,580
Entry barriers Low

Communications Manager

Communications Managers are responsible for the way an organisation communicates with its clients, stakeholders and the general public — as well as...

Avg yearly income $130,000
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

Public Relations Manager

Public Relations Managers manage an organisation’s relationship and exposure to the general public. Their main aim is to create a favourable public...

Avg yearly income $117,988
Entry barriers Low

Marketing Manager

Marketing Managers develop an organisation’s advertising and marketing strategies. They identify market opportunities for their company’s products...

Avg yearly income $114,400
Entry barriers Low

About Charles Sturt University

At Charles Sturt University, we believe in making a difference. We are proud of our international research across many disciplines, including agricultural and veterinary science; education; biological, environmental and chemical sciences; ethics and philosophy.

Our academics are proven experts in their fields, and our research connections span the globe.

We believe wisdom transforms communities. With tenacity, we help to shape resilient, sustainable regions for the future. Acknowledging the culture and insight of First Nations Australians, our ethos is clearly described by the Wiradjuri phrase, yindyamarra winhanganha, meaning the wisdom of respectfully knowing how to live well in a world worth living in.

Our mission is to build skills and knowledge in our regions. We offer choice and flexibility to students and work hand-in-hand with our industries and communities in teaching, research and engagement. Growing from our historical roots, we share our knowledge and expertise as a significant regional export industry and we bring strength and learning from this back to our regions.

Through our values, we create a welcoming community experience and learning environment that supports innovative research, advances society and gives back to our regions.