- Graduates can work in a range of creative industries
- Industry professionals are involved in course delivery
- Opportunity to undertake a professional placement
Program summary
Program title: Bachelor of Communication
Award abbreviation: BComn
QTAC code: 011041
OP/Rank for 2012 entry: OP-18 / Rank-63
Duration: 3 years full-time or equivalent part-time
Commence: Semester 1 or Semester 2
Study mode: on campus
Recommended prior study: English
Fee type 2012: Commonwealth supported places, fee paying places, international fee-paying places
Total units: 288
USC program code: AR342
CRICOS code: 058396G. Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
Prepare for creative work in the competitive communication and information industries.
This program is for those who have a broad interest in professional writing, public relations, journalism, creative writing, publishing, and creative advertising. Developed and taught in cooperation with industry, studies have a practical focus that emphasise professional communication and offer a balanced mix of theory, analysis and professional experience. You learn foundation skills in communication studies and then focus on specialised strands. In the final year, work experience is often available in local communication industries.
Majors
Communication majors: Communication studies; creative advertising; creative writing; journalism; public relations.
Career opportunities
Depending on the major selected: journalism, professional writing, public relations, event management, advertising, corporate communication, creative writing, tourism, web editing.
Enquiries
- Contact Student Administration for application and admission information
- Contact the Faculty of Arts and Business for program advice
Program Leader
Dr Gregory Nash
Tel: +61 7 5456 5040
Email: Gnash@usc.edu.au
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Complete 18 required courses (including 12 Advanced Communication courses) and 6 electives.
- Complete no more than 10 introductory level courses, including core courses.
- Complete no more than 6 courses from the School of Business or the Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering.
- Register selected Majors and Minors with Student Administration.
Program notes
- Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses).
- Required introductory courses may count toward some majors and minors.
- Two of the following courses may also be counted towards your 12 advanced courses:
Program structure
Core courses
Select 2 core courses from:
COR109 Politics and the Media
COR110 Communication and Thought
COR111 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship
Introductory courses
1 required course
CMN102 Environment, Technology and Sustainability
PLUS select 1 course from:
CMN116 Communication Theory and Practice
CMN120 Introduction to Creative Writing
CMN130 Public Relations Strategies and Tactics
CMN140 Introduction to Journalism
PLUS select 2 introductory level courses in an area other than Communication from the School of Communication or School of Social Sciences
Advanced courses
Select 12 advanced level (200 or 300 coded) courses from:
Elective courses
Select 6 elective courses from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).
TOTAL UNITS 288
Study Plan
The Bachelor of Communication Study Plan is for students commencing in the current semester.
Year 1
- Two (2) core courses:
One core course should be studied in your first semester and one in your second semester - Four (4) required introductory level courses
- Two (2) elective courses from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).
Core courses (2)
Select 2 core courses from:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| COR109 Science Research Methods | |||
| COR110 Communication and Thought | |||
| COR111 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship |
Required courses (4)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| CMN102 Environment, Technology and Sustainability |
PLUS select 1 course from:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| CMN116 Communication Theory and Practice | |||
| CMN120 Introduction to Creative Writing | |||
| CMN130 Public Relations Strategies and Tactics | |||
| CMN140 Introduction to Journalism |
PLUS select 2 introductory level courses in an area other than Communication from the School of Communication or School of Social Sciences.
Elective courses (2)
Select 2 elective courses from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).
Year 2
- Six (6) required advanced level courses
- Two (2) elective courses from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).
Required courses (6)
Select 6 advanced level courses from:
Elective courses (2)
Select 2 elective courses from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).
Year 3
- Six (6) required advanced level courses
- Two (2) elective courses from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).
Required courses (6)
Select 6 advanced level courses from:
Elective courses (2)
Select 2 elective courses from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).
TOTAL UNITS 288