Bachelor of Journalism

Overview

• Study print, radio, TV and online journalism covering reporting, editing and production.
• Access industry-standard equipment and facilities, dedicated newsrooms, radio and TV studios, editing suites and production offices.
• Contribute to QUT News bulletins for television and radio and write online news that is incorporated into professional news outlets.

Details

From print and broadcast media to online outlets and social media sites such as Twitter, the production and consumption of news has evolved and expanded. Today journalism is produced on more platforms than ever before, and consumed through mobile phones and laptops alongside newspapers, TV and radio. We have entered the era of ‘citizen journalism’ and user-generated content, in which non-professionals routinely contribute to and interact with the media.

Why choose this course?

QUT’s journalism degree will inspire your curiosity and prepare you to investigate, write and present news across platforms including online, print, radio and television. Hands-on production experience combined with knowledge of theory and context will provide you with a foundation for your journalism career in the 21st century.

Throughout the course you will gain practical skills and have the opportunity to contribute industry-standard content to QUT News and other outlets.

You will have access to state-of-the-art equipment and facilities, including dedicated newsrooms, radio and TV studios, editing suites and production offices. Your teachers will include working professionals and internationally renowned scholars of journalism and media studies.

Journalism students can pursue work experiences through industry internships and international exchanges.

Career outcomes

QUT graduates go on to successful careers in journalism, working for newspapers, magazines, television, radio and online media. Others choose careers in public relations, media management and corporate communications. QUT journalism graduates have achieved distinction in high-profile media positions. Our graduates include senior Australian journalists such as Karl Stefanovic, Leila McKinnon, Leigh Sales, Michael Crutcher and Kate Scanlan.

Professional recognition

The QUT journalism degree is recognised by the Australian Journalists’ Association section of the Media, Entertainment and Arts Alliance.

Units

Your course

Year 1

You will learn foundation writing, reporting and research skills and the basic concepts that are necessary for the more sophisticated writing and production options that are contained in the second year of the journalism program.

Year 2

You will explore more sophisticated writing styles in magazine and feature writing. You will be introduced to broadcast reporting, writing and production. You will undertake the study of journalism issues and ethics.

Year 3

In the final year of your journalism degree you will become senior reporters in print, broadcast and online. You will be involved in making current affairs reports for 4EB radio, QUT News or online publications. You will also undertake an advanced unit in writing and reporting and have the opportunity to undertake an internship with industry.

Entry requirements

Minimum academic requirements

Did you complete secondary school in Australia?

Course fees

Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. All fees are based on current fixed fee prices. We review fees annually.

Scholarships and financial support

You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.

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