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Journalism

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Overview

  • Do you have a passion for asking questions and sharing stories that spark conversation and change? Learn to conduct interviews, write compelling news and feature stories, and produce content across radio, TV, online, and print as you master the craft of modern journalism.
  • Prepare for a dynamic journalism career by gaining real-world experience through industry placements and work-integrated learning with UniSQ’s strong media partnerships.
  • Be mentored by experienced journalists while developing critical media literacy, digital storytelling skills, and an understanding of journalism’s societal impact as you learn from industry experts.

Career outcomes

As a graduate, you’ll be ready to step into various roles in radio, television, online and print media, throughout Australia and overseas. You can apply for roles as a:

  • specialist reporter
  • columnist
  • commentator
  • copywriter
  • producer
  • editor
  • newsreader
  • presenter.

Inform and educate

You will learn how to break down complex information into content that is interesting, engaging and understandable, in order to inform and educate people about what’s happening in the world around them.

Rebecca Te'o - Senior Lecturer

What you'll study

Explore the courses you'll study as part of this major.

This final-year project course gives you the opportunity to work directly on projects designed to build a work-ready portfolio. Students choose one (1) of the following.
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Refer to the UniSQ Handbook for detailed recommended enrolment patterns and course availability.

Relevant degrees for this major

Bachelor of Communication and Creative Industries

Study core communication, media, and creative subjects, develop strategic and problem-solving skills, explore interdisciplinary majors, build leadership and collaboration abilities. Expand your learning and life experience with the opportunity to study abroad for global experience.

Explore degree (Bachelor of Communication and Creative Industries) How to apply for the Bachelor of Communication and Creative Industries

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