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Bachelor of Communication (Journalism)
Bachelor of Communication (Journalism)

Bachelor of Communication (Journalism)

  • ID:DU610019
  • Level:3-Year Bachelor's Degree
  • Duration:
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Fees (AUD)

Estimated Total/program:
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60
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100
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20
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1

Admission Requirements

Entry requirements

Australia ATAR

Waterfront: 60.60

India AISCE (Class XII)

70%

UK, S’pore, Brunei, Zimbabwe A-levels

8

Sru Lanka A-levels

10

Malaysia STPM GPA

3

Hong Kong HKDSE

18

Australian Foundation Program

70%

International Baccalaureate Program

27

Indonesia

Successfully completed the SMA3, achieved at least 8.0 in the final two semesters of Year 12, and have been awarded a Certificate of Graduation (Keterangan Hasil Ujian Nasional – SKHUN).

China - Gaokao

Meet the higher Tier One university cut offscore for their province

Vietnam

National High School Graduate Certificate and achieve –GPA of at least 8.0 for Year 11 and Year 12.

Minimum score of 8.0 for three major subjects in Year 12 (Maths, English, Chemistry, Literature, Physics, or Biology)

Students from select high-achieving secondary schools: National High School Graduate Certificate - GPA of 8.0 for Year 12

Canada

Minimum of six Grade 12 credits

New Zealand NCEA

New Zealand University Entrance certification, and a minimum of 80 credits, including at least 60 credits at Level 3 or higher on the NZ qualifications framework, and at least 8 credits at Level 2 or higher in English (4 credits in Writing and 4 credits in Reading required).

English level

  • IELTS 6.0 with no band less than 6.0.

Course Information

Learn how to identify, research, plan and produce newsworthy stories suitable for print, broadcast and online media. Develop your knowledge while gaining practical experience learned from experienced journalism professionals.

Develop your knowledge in communication and media and the analytical skills necessary for reporting events in context. Our course structure, content and assessments are designed to support the development of your professional skills. From day one, you will have the opportunity to research, write, edit and publish news and feature stories with the aim to prepare you for the challenges of the 21st century. In the final year of your degree, you will undertake a program of intensive news production in a digital newsroom, ensuring you graduate with the skills necessary to work effectively in contemporary digital workplaces.

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Pre Courses

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Pathway Courses

Deakin College is a direct pathway to Deakin University, and provides an excellent avenue for students who do not yet meet the admission requirements for Deakin University programs.

Deakin College and Deakin University work closely to support students and develop high-quality programs. Deakin College offers diplomas in the areas of Business; Commerce; Construction Management; Design; Engineering; Film, Television and Animation; Health Sciences; Information Technology; and Science, as well as a Foundation Studies Program (equal to Australian Year 12).

Diplomas at Deakin College are equivalent to the first year of a Deakin University undergraduate degree, and may provide entry into the second year of a relevant Deakin University bachelor degree.

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Career Opportunity

Career Opportunity

The news and media industries are dynamic, providing new opportunities for graduates with high-level journalism skills and knowledge. This degree will prepare you for employment in the communications industries, across all media platforms, whether working for large news organisations, allied media businesses, or freelancing.

Ability to settle

Overseas Student Health Cover

OSHC: 530 ($) AUD per year

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