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Domestic on campus
Commonwealth grant scheme (CGS):
Full-time - $16,992.00 pa
Part-time - $8,496.00 pa
Domestic online
Commonwealth grant scheme (CGS):
Full-time - $16,992.00 pa
Part-time - $8,496.00 pa
At Charles Sturt, we've completely reimagined the way communication is taught. you'll learn from academics, industry experts and alumni in physical and virtual environments. Listen to your lectures via podcasts, attend masterclasses and take part in hands-on workshops in our studios and labs.
Your communication degree will prepare you to be industry ready when you graduate. In your first year, you'll respond to briefs from industry developing your core communication skills. In your second year, you'll work in a collaborative environment with your peers, coming up with new ideas to connect with audiences. Then in your third year, you'll launch your career – and build more industry connections. During your studies you'll also have the opportunity to grab the mic and get some hands-on experience at our community radio station 2MCE. This important work-integrated learning resource will help you gain professional and practical skills in the media and broadcasting industries.
We’ve designed your study experience to be as flexible as possible. You can fast-track your degree and finish in less than three years by choosing the accelerated option, or choose to study part-time and complete in six years. With a condensed two-day timetable, you can balance study, work, and personal life with ease. Plus, if you need to pause your studies for whatever reason, you can exit and get a qualification at each completed year of study; a Diploma after the first year, Associate Degree after 2 years or the full Bachelor after three years.
You will produce a wide range of original content for our on campus community radio station 2MCE and our newsroom for the community broadcasting sector, National Radio News (NRN). You can try your hand at producing and presenting a radio show, writing news stories for hourly bulletins, producing interviews and current affairs packages, developing social media content with in-studio film and photo shoots, or supporting community engagement activities through outside broadcasts.
National Radio News reaches over 1.5 million listeners a week in every state and territory, and is the only national radio newsroom at an Australian university. NRN gives you professional newsroom experience and the opportunity for paid work whilst you study.
Your bachelor's degree in communication will open up opportunities in a wide range of media and communication careers, such as:
For each 8-point subject you are enrolled in, you should expect to spend 10 to 12 hours per week working on assignments and assigned readings, tutorial assistance, individual or group research/study, forum activity, workplace learning, and attending lectures, intensive schools, or examinations. If you are studying four subjects per session, this is equivalent to a full-time job. The workload for some subjects may vary as a result of approved course design.
You may need to attend an online or on-campus intensive school for certain subjects in this course. These schools usually involve lectures, tutorials and practicals that will give you a deeper understanding of your subject.
| COM128 | Building your Professional Profile | 8 credit pts | ||
| COM129 | Digital Society and Global Citizenship | 8 credit pts | ||
| COM131 | Engaging Audiences and Social Media Communities | 8 credit pts | ||
| COM132 | Writing and Producing for the Digital Age | 8 credit pts | ||
| COM133 | Spotlight on Strategic Communication | 8 credit pts | ||
| COM134 | Spotlight on News and Media | 8 credit pts | ||
| COM135 | Spotlight on Design and Content Creation | 8 credit pts | ||
| COM240 | Envisioning the Digital Society | 8 credit pts | ||
| COM241 | Research: Data and Insights | 8 credit pts | ||
| COM242 | Legal and Ethical Communication | 8 credit pts | ||
| COM300 | Delivering Projects, Events and Experiences | 8 credit pts | ||
| COM324 | Global Communication | 8 credit pts | ||
| COM325 | Work Placement | 8 credit pts | ||
| IKC101 | First Nations Foundations: Knowing, Relating and Understanding Country | 8 credit pts |
Develop content across a range of media and work in a world that values connection and creativity. Explore a career in designing, editing and producing content for a variety of audiences.
Report on the latest breaking news, become an investigative journalist or create content for global news and media organisations. Explore a career in journalism, media and entertainment.
Design campaigns that engage audiences in an exciting and meaningful way. Explore a career in advertising, public relations, event management, project management and media.
Brush up on your skills with our short, online subjects that prepare you for university. Topics range from essay writing and grammar, to maths, statistics, and chemistry - best of all they're free for most Australian residents. Visit Study Link to see our full range of subjects.
As a Charles Sturt University student, throughout your course you have a responsibility to continue to develop skills in English language, literacy and numeracy as appropriate to your discipline. This ongoing development will enable you to effectively participate in your course and graduate prepared to enter the workforce.
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This scholarship was established in memory of his contribution to promoting Bathurst and provides financial assistance to a local communication or journalism student.
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If you’ve completed relevant tertiary study, or work experience related to your course, you could receive credit towards your degree. Which would mean completing your qualification quicker. Find out how to apply for credit and see our credit policy.
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