The University of Newcastle
Bachelor of Communication
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationLearn to push your creative boundaries. Embrace the changes occurring across today’s complex communication landscape. Choose your major area/s of study and develop work-ready skills, including critical thinking, writing, and producing creative and factual content.
Course options prepare you to create content for many forms of media. These include social, radio, podcasting, broadcast, streaming, and news platforms. You can tailor your skills for specific areas of interest, including drama and documentary, gaming and lifestyle, strategic communications, public relations and corporate communications.
Communication integrates practical experience, critical analysis, and creative thinking with industry opportunities. You’ll be ready to take on a range of exciting careers.
Delivery mode
The University of Newcastle offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Auckland St & King St, Newcastle
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Admission requirements:
Eligibility for admission to this program is based on applicants meeting the minimum selection rank, or satisfying the requirements for an approved admission scheme. The University of Newcastle accepts a range of qualifications to determine eligibility for admission. These include, but are not limited to, Australian or overseas senior secondary qualifications (such as the HSC), prior tertiary studies, prior TAFE/VET studies, and completed enabling programs.
English proficiency requirements:
- IELTS overall minimum - 6.5
- IELTS section minimum - 6
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
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...
Communications Adviser
A Communications Adviser provides guidance on the release of information for a large organisation or business. You might oversee media and communic...
Communications Manager
Communications Managers are responsible for the way an organisation communicates with its clients, stakeholders and the general public — as well as...
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...
Community Engagement Officer
A Community Engagement Officer encourages public participation and awareness of an organisation’s services. You might organise community events or...
Podcaster
A Podcaster creates audio programs for digital audiences. You might host your own podcast or be part of a podcasting team. Podcasters often special...
Change And Communications Manager
A Change and Communications Manager oversees the implementation of major changes within a business or organisation. You might introduce changes and...
Content Editor
A Content Editor curates, reviews, and refines written material to ensure clarity, accuracy, and engagement. You might work in publishing, media, o...
Music Journalist
A Music Journalist researches, writes, and edits articles or reviews related to music, covering events, concerts, and artist interviews for online,...
Public Affairs Consultant
A Public Affairs Consultant advises organisations on strategies to manage their relationships with government entities, media, and the public. You...
Media Advisor
A Media Advisor manages and enhances an organisation's public image through strategic communication and media relations. You might work in corporat...
Content Writer
A Content Writer prepares material used in a range of formats. You might produce content used on digital platforms such as websites or social media...
Content Executive
A Content Executive helps to coordinate the production of material used in a range of media. You might specialise in social media content, website...
Media Buyer
Media Buyers are advertising and marketing professionals who identify advertising opportunities for their organisation/clients and then purchase ad...
Publisher
Publishers are trade professionals who oversee the printing, binding, finishing, and despatch processes at publishing houses. They lead teams of pr...
Communications Coordinator
Communications Coordinators are a key part of the marketing team, taking care of social media content and digital production while monitoring curre...
Media Consultant
Media Consultants are public relations professionals who find press opportunities for businesses, politicians, celebrities, and public figures. The...
Content Specialist
Content Specialists are marketing professionals who research and develop content campaign strategies based on consumer trends and engagement behavi...
Editorial Assistant
An Editorial Assistant supports the editorial team in producing content for print and digital media. You may work in publishing houses or online pl...
Public Relations Executive
A Public Relations Executive is responsible for managing and enhancing the public image of an organisation, ensuring effective communication betwee...
Speech Writer
Speech Writers work with politicians and public figures, writing speeches for live presentations and video streaming. They get to know their client...
Columnist
A Columnist writes articles or opinion pieces for newspapers, magazines, or online platforms, focusing on specific topics such as politics, culture...
Newsreader
A Newsreader is responsible for delivering news stories and information to the public via television or radio, presenting scripted content clearly...
Presenter
A Presenter is responsible for delivering content across various media platforms, such as television, radio, or online channels, while engaging and...
Radio Presenter
A Radio Presenter engages audiences by delivering news, music, and entertainment through live or recorded broadcasts while also conducting intervie...
Digital Content Coordinator
Digital Content Coordinators are marketing professionals who create and coordinate digital content for social media, websites, blogs, online advert...
About The University of Newcastle
A university of and for our regions, the University of Newcastle has delivered superior education and world-class research since 1965.
The spirit of looking to the future to imagine and then realise possibilities is at the essence of the University of Newcastle: our motto is ‘I look ahead’.
