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QUT graduate and federal political reporter Amy Remeikis discusses what working as a journalist is really like, and explores the role of journalism in Australia today.
Real graduate success
Leigh Sales is one of many QUT graduates immediately recognisable due to their high-profile careers as leading journalists. Leigh is an author and is presenter of the ABC's flagship news and current affairs program, '7.30'.
Hands-on practical learning
'I've chosen QUT as it's the number one school in Australia for communication and media studies. The journalism course was very attractive as it had everything that I wanted to learn from broadcast journalism to hands-on practical learning.'
Bachelor of Communication (Journalism)
Graduate success: Amy Remeikis
QUT graduate and federal political reporter Amy Remeikis discusses what working as a journalist is really like, and explores the role of journalism in Australia today.
Real graduate success
Leigh Sales is one of many QUT graduates immediately recognisable due to their high-profile careers as leading journalists. Leigh is an author and is presenter of the ABC's flagship news and current affairs program, '7.30'.
Highlights
- Enter QUT's all-new Bachelor of Communication via QTAC code 421351
- Get prepared for a rapidly changing factual media environment.
- Strengthen democratic ideals, and make a positive difference with journalism with integrity.
- Navigate the onslaught of misinformation and fake news, and learn to report and research with accuracy.
- Study at Australia’s #1 University for communication and media studies, for 4 years running.
*Based on the QS World University Rankings by subject for communication and media studies, 2020-2023.
Highlights
- Get prepared for a rapidly changing factual media environment.
- Strengthen democratic ideals, and make a positive difference with journalism with integrity.
- Navigate the onslaught of misinformation and fake news, and learn to report and research with accuracy.
- Study at Australia’s #1 University for communication and media studies, for 4 years running.
*Based on the QS World University Rankings by subject for communication and media studies, 2020-2023.
Why choose this course?
The landscape of factual media has undergone a profound transformation in the digital era. New actors and outlets have entered the public sphere, and audience expectations about who to trust have changed dramatically. Factual storytellers must adapt status quo approaches to produce truthful, accurate material more quickly and for more platforms than ever before.
This major prepares you for a dynamic career in factual writing whether you are covering global affairs, hosting a true crime podcast or drafting social media posts.
Real-world learning
This course will ready you for a changing world. As you study, you’ll have the option to work directly in the field, with the option of earning credits for your degree by working out in the field.
You’ll also learn from working professionals and internationally renowned scholars of journalism and media studies. QUT Journalism staff maintain close links to the industry through their association with high-profile awards and organisations.
Visit the student and graduate blog to find out more about what it’s like to study communication and where a QUT degree can take you.
Explore this course
This course will provide you with the knowledge and tools you’ll need to stay up-to-date on the latest information, prepare reports and stories to fit the fast news cycle, and the professional contacts to get your career moving. From day one, you’ll be in the thick of the modern journalism industry.
You’ll be introduced to data-driven storytelling, where facts can both ensure your reporting is ethical and increase audience appeal. You’ll deep-dive into journalism law, and the ethics and social justice issues that challenge modern journalism. You’ll even be trained in the specific skills of both short-form, and long-form news production, so you’ll be ready for any work environment.
Your studies will be rounded by the choice of either a second major, which is a sequence of eight units from another study area, or minors and electives such as work integrated learning, internships or international study tours that allow you to graduate work ready through engagement with the industry.
How to apply for the Bachelor of Communication
Entry into QUT’s Bachelor of Communication has changed for 2024. You now have the choice of four new first majors, all designed to help you harness the power of new and emerging communication platforms. Entry for all majors is through QTAC, using course code 421351.
Once in your degree, you'll be able to choose your first major (from either Digital Advertising, Community and Public Relations, Journalism, or Media and Communication Industries) and round out your studies by selecting ether:
- A second major (either one of the alternative communication first major options, or any available second major option from across the University) OR
- Complementary studies tailored for you, such a Work Integrated Learning internship allowing you to gain real-world work experience as part of your degree.
This course will provide you with the knowledge and tools you’ll need to stay up-to-date on the latest information, prepare reports and stories to fit the fast news cycle, and the professional contacts to get your career moving. From day one, you’ll be in the thick of the modern journalism industry.
You’ll be introduced to data-driven storytelling, where facts can both ensure your reporting is ethical and increase audience appeal. You’ll deep-dive into journalism law, and the ethics and social justice issues that challenge modern journalism. You’ll even be trained in the specific skills of both short-form, and long-form news production, so you’ll be ready for any work environment.
Your studies will be rounded by the choice of either a second major, which is a sequence of eight units from another study area, or minors and electives such as work integrated learning, internships or international study tours that allow you to graduate work ready through engagement with the industry.
Double degrees
Take advantage of the rising demand for media and communication skills across all industries by combining this course with a second degree in -
- Business to take advantage of rising demand for the combination of digital management and analytical skills with business project and planning roles.
- Data science to help media companies and publishers deliver more personalised and relevant content.
- Information technology to develop a career in web design, graphic design, web application development and more.
- Justice where digital media skills are a valuable addition for roles in law enforcement, government and private sector intelligence and security agencies.
- Law to apply your legal expertise to jobs in the communication industries.
- Public health to implement strategies that promote healthy lifestyle choices, prevent the spread of disease and improve education.
- Science to effectively communicate scientific works with a strong understanding of the field.
Careers and outcomes
QUT graduates have achieved distinction in high-profile news, media and public relations positions and include senior Australian journalists such as Alex Hirschi (Supercar Blondie), Karl Stefanovic, Leigh Sales, Leila McKinnon and plenty more.
- Digital content producer
- Foreign correspondent
- Journalist
- Media researcher
- Online advocacy/education
- Podcast host
- Presenter
- Producer
- Public relations officer/consultant
- Reporter
Professional recognition
Our journalism degree is recognised by the Australian Journalists' Association section of the Media, Entertainment and Arts Alliance.
Possible careers
- Communication specialist
- Digital content designer
- Digital content producer
- Foreign correspondent
- Journalist
- Media researcher
- Podcast host
- Presenter
- Producer
- Public relations officer/consultant
- Reporter
- Sports reporter
In order to complete this course you must complete a total of 288 credit points comprising:
- Six common units - 72 credit points
- A Communication major - 96 credit points from one of the following disciplines:
- Media and Communication Industries
- Journalism
- Digital Advertising
- Public Relations
- Complementary studies - 96 credit points chosen from:
- one 96 credit point second major (Communication second major or Uni-wide second major); OR
- two 48 credit point minors (Communication minor or Uni-wide minor); OR
- one 48 credit point minor and 48 credit points chosen from unit options (electives) (Creative Industries Work Integrated Learning Unit Options or Uni-wide unit option unit); OR
- 96 credit points chosen from unit options (electives) (Creative Industries Work Integrated Learning Unit Options or Uni-wide unit option unit)
- Four QUT You units - 24 credit points comprising 4 x 6 credit points units.
In order to complete this course you must complete a total of 288 credit points comprising:
- Six common units - 72 credit points
- A Communication major - 96 credit points from one of the following disciplines:
- Media and Communication Industries
- Journalism
- Digital Advertising
- Public Relations
- Complementary studies - 96 credit points chosen from:
- one 96 credit point second major (Communication second major or Uni-wide second major); OR
- two 48 credit point minors (Communication minor or Uni-wide minor); OR
- one 48 credit point minor and 48 credit points chosen from unit options (electives) (Creative Industries Work Integrated Learning Unit Options or Uni-wide unit option unit); OR
- 96 credit points chosen from unit options (electives) (Creative Industries Work Integrated Learning Unit Options or Uni-wide unit option unit)
- Four QUT You units - 24 credit points comprising 4 x 6 credit points units.
- ATAR/selection rank threshold
- 70.00
These thresholds are the lowest adjusted scores to which QUT made an offer in Semester 1, 2024.
Don't have a ATAR/selection rank?
- Course code
- KC40
- QTAC code
- 421351
- CRICOS code
- 096577J
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- Kelvin Grove
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- Kelvin Grove
- 3 years full-time
- 6 years part-time
- 3 years full-time
- February and July
- February and July
Assumed knowledge
Before you start this course, we assume you have sound knowledge of the subject/s listed below. If you don't have the subject knowledge, you can still apply for the course but we strongly encourage you to undertake bridging studies to gain the knowledge:
- English, or Literature, or English and Literature Extension, or English as an Additional Language (Units 3 & 4, C)
Year 12 early offer scheme
If you're a current Queensland Year 12 student, you may be eligible to receive an offer for this course on the last day of Queensland Year 12, before receiving your ATAR or selection rank.
Find out more about the QUT Year 12 Early Offer Scheme
Helping you to get into your course
If you don't think your ATAR or selection rank is high enough to get into this course, you can guarantee your entry with guaranteed advanced standing by upgrading through one the following programs which you can select as one of your QTAC preferences:
QUT College Diplomas
As a QUT College Diploma in Entrepreneurship (creative industries pathway), or Esports (creative industries pathway) graduate you will automatically receive an offer to start the Bachelor of Communication within one week after completion of the diploma. You will also automatically receive up to 1.0 year (96 credit points) credit transfer and be able to complete the degree in 2 years as a full-time student (or equivalent part-time).
Find out more about the QUT College Diploma in Entrepreneurship
Offer guarantee
If you achieve an ATAR or selection rank of 70.00 or higher (including any adjustments) and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.
Advanced standing
If you have prior studies or work experience, you may be eligible for advanced standing (credit). You can apply for advanced standing once you've been accepted to QUT. If you're in your first semester of study, you must apply for advanced standing within 10 days of receiving your offer.
Deferment
You can defer your offer and postpone the start of your course for one year.
More about deferring your offer
Adjustments to your ATAR/selection rank
Any adjustments you receive to your ATAR or selection rank will be applied to this course.
Find out if you’re eligible for an adjustment to your ATAR or selection rank
Offers we made to school leavers in Semester 1, 2023
As this is a new course, Semester 1, 2023 information is not available.
You can find out more about your fellow students’ backgrounds with this course’s student profile.
Other admission options
If you are of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, you may be eligible for admission through our Centralised Assessment Selection Process (CASP).
Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide to the grades you need to apply for this course.
If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.
I completed secondary school in Australia
- ATAR/selection rank
- 70.00
Offer guarantee
If you completed secondary school in Australia and achieve an ATAR/selection rank of 70.00 or higher (including any adjustments) and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.
Minimum English language requirements
Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide on meeting QUT’s English language requirements.
Your scores and prior qualifications in English-speaking countries are considered. Approved English-speaking countries are Australia, Canada, England, Ireland, New Zealand, Scotland, United States of America and Wales.
If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.
We accept English language proficiency scores from the following tests. Tests must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement.
| English Test | Overall | Listening | Reading | Writing | Speaking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PTE Academic/PTE Academic Online | 58 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
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Cambridge English Score
You must share your results with QUT through the Candidate Results Online website. |
176 | 169 | 169 | 169 | 169 |
| IELTS Academic / IELTS Online / IELTS One Skills Retake | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| TOEFL iBT / Home / Paper | 79 | 16 | 16 | 21 | 18 |
Don't have the English language score you need? We can help!
We offer English language programs to improve your English and help you gain entry to this course.
When you apply for this course, we will recommend which English course you should enrol in.
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.
2025 fees
2025: CSP fees available from September
2025 fees
2025: Available from July
2024 fees
2024: CSP $16,000 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2024 fees
2024: $34,400 per year full-time (96 credit points)
Student services and amenities fees
You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.
HECS-HELP: loans to help you pay for your course fees
You may not have to pay anything upfront if you're eligible for a HECS-HELP loan.
You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.
QUT Excellence Scholarship (Academic)
QUT's premier offering for students with outstanding academic achievement.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Academic performance
QUT Real World International Scholarship
A scholarship to cover tuition fees, with eligibility based on your prior academic achievements.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Academic performance
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