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Bachelor of Communication Studies

Official Abbreviation BCommunication
Course Type Undergraduate
Offering
Responsible Campus Teaching Period Mode of Study
Armidale Semester 1 On Campus
Armidale Semester 1 Off Campus
Armidale Semester 2 On Campus
Armidale Semester 2 Off Campus
Course Duration
  • 3 Years Full-time
  • 6 Years Part-time
2008 UAI 70
2008 OP 14
Fees Commonwealth Supported Place
Total Credit Points 144
Overview

The degree develops knowledge of communication technologies in various cultural, social and historical contexts. Graduates will understand and apply a range of disciplinary methods for studying specific communications media (print, audio and audiovisial, electronic), the changing relations between them and their role in modern society.

Students can study related disciplines such as history, literature, theatre, sociology, political science, or psychology.
How to apply

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All other students apply directly to UNE using the undergraduate admission form. For more information, click here

Intensive Schools Intensive mandatory schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements.
Entry Requirements

Normal entry requirements apply. Assumed knowledge is any two units of English.
Additional Entry Requirements N/A
Course Rules

Credit Point Requirements

To qualify for the award a candidate shall complete a total of 144 credit points with no more than 60 credit points at 100-level.

Program of Study

Candidates shall complete an approved program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:

Course Structure

Credit Points

One Approved Major

72 cps

Elective Units

72 cps

Total

144 cps

 

Approved Majors

Media and Culture
Writing and Publishing

Exit Pathways

Candidates who discontinue their studies in the course may be eligible to exit with the Advanced Diploma in Arts on completion of 72 credit points of which 36 credit points must be in units at 200/300-level.

Articulation Program

Film and Television Production
 This program is articulated with the Diploma of Screen awarded by Armidale TAFE, which is equivalent to 72 credit points. Candidates will complete COMM 180, ENCO 100 and 60 credit points from the following list, including at least 48 credit points at 300 level: COMM 120, 315, 321, 323, 325, 383, 385, 386; ENCO 306; THEA 110, 111, 307; WORK 300 or ARTS 301; WGCO 388.
Career Opportunities

Examples include journalism, radio and television production, public relations, corporate writing, publishing, research, marketing communications, advertising and communication strategy.
Practical, Clinical or Work Experience None
Double Degree Opportunities None
Advanced Standing Students who have completed a Diploma of Screen from NSW TAFE are eligible for 72 credit points of advanced standing towards this degree.
Fast Track None
Other Benefits N/A
Honours Candidates who have successfully completed the Bachelor of Communication Studies may, on the recommendation of the head of school concerned, continue to an honours year. The honours program shall include advanced coursework and a dissertation.
Scholarships None
Further Information

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