Bachelor of Communication (Journalism)

What is this course about?

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CSU is launching new age Communication and Creative Industries programs from 2014. CSU has always been at the forefront of innovative and cutting edge delivery of communication and creative practices in Australia. The new programs recognise the changing industries and prepare students for the 21st Century and beyond. Current students will have the flexibility to graduate with their existing degrees or transfer to the new programs. More information about the new programs will be available online soon, or you can register an expression of interest.

About the course

This degree covers the gathering, handling and dissemination of information for the mass media and other organisations involved in professional communication in the areas of print, broadcast and online journalism. It is designed and taught to produce industry-ready graduates able to respond to the rapidly changing media environment.

Course components

The Bachelor of Communication (Journalism) course is the equivalent of 24 subjects.

You will study subjects in areas including: news writing, digital media, media audiences, communication law, media languages and cultures and news production subjects in radio, television, online and print media.

Note: Successful applicants may defer the first year of this course.

Hands-on experience

Students use state of the art technology to collect and produce news and current affairs to professional standards.

Practical experience

Internships of four weeks are taken with major print publishers, radio and television stations. Journalism students also work in the University's community radio station and supply news to the public radio network on a regular basis, and to its companion website. Emphasis is placed on multimedia journalism, as it is becoming standard industry practice.