The final intake to this course was in teaching period 3, 2022. Students should contact Student Central for course, course map and enrolment information.
Demonstrate theoretical and practical knowledge of journalism through analysing, applying and communicating the key disciplinary principles and concepts.
Communication
Demonstrate communication skills in accordance with journalistic standards to be able to conduct interviews, write, produce and present stories for print, broadcast and online media in a style appropriate for the specific publication and audience.
Digital literacy
Conduct research for news and current affairs and analyse, synthesise and disseminate information using a range of technologies, including social media, for a variety of local and global audiences.
Critical thinking
Select, critically analyse and evaluate information relating to the construction of news stories and demonstrate a critical awareness of different publication styles and media audiences in Australia and internationally.
Problem solving
In the context of newsgathering and production, respond to journalistic challenges including unpredictable and sometimes complex problems and situations and generate pragmatic and creative solutions.
Self-management
Demonstrate the ability to reflect on knowledge acquisition and skills development and how these relate to career aspirations and the development of a professional identity which is responsive to change in work environments journalistic practice.
Teamwork
Work collaboratively and constructively to achieve team goals and foster effective relationships with the team.
Global citizenship
Employ relevant legal, ethical and cultural knowledge when engaging in journalistic practice in a range of diverse cultural, social and political environments domestically and internationally.
Approved at Faculty Board January 2017
Course rules
To complete the Bachelor of Communication (Journalism) students must pass 24 credit points and meet the following course rules to be eligible to graduate:
DAI001 Academic Integrity Module (0-credit-point compulsory unit) in their first study period
12 credit points of core units
3 course electives from level 1 (List A)
3 course electives from level 2/3 (List B)
6 credit points of electives (at least two must be 2nd or 3rd level)
ACC303 Communication Research Practices [No longer available for enrolment, ALM216 replaces this unit]
ALJ324 Journalism in Society [No longer available for enrolment, ALJ222 replaces this unit]
Electives
Complete six electives, of which at least two must be 2nd or 3rd level
We suggest students complete at least 4 units in a subject area different to their degree, preferably a linked sequence of study in the same area. This choice can include units from any degree in the University but is best chosen from the subject areas in the Bachelor of Arts. We also recommend students complete at least two more course electives listed.
Fees and charges
Tuition fees will vary depending on the type of fee place you hold, your course, your commencement year, the units you choose to study, your study load and/or unit discipline.
Your tuition fees will increase annually at the start of each calendar year. All fees quoted are in Australian dollars ($AUD) and do not include additional costs such as textbooks, computer equipment or software, other equipment, mandatory checks, travel, consumables and other costs.
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