Bachelor of Communication

Specialise in Your Area of Interest

The Bachelor of Communication sets you up to succeed in the media and communication industries.

This communications course develops fundamental skills and knowledge, with units across all forms of media including film, print, broadcast and the Internet.

Graduate with the skills you need to:

• launch a career in TV or radio
• work in the public relations (PR) industry
• write newspaper features
• work in the film and television industry in an administrative, marketing or creative role

This degree offers you the opportunity to specialise in Media Communications, Journalism or PR. If you do not wish to complete a whole degree program, you can choose to exit earlier with Certificate or Diploma qualifications in these areas.

Contact a SEEK Learning consultant now for more information.

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Course Structure

Total units: 24 Core units: 8 Electives: 4 Major units: 12

Course Units

Core Units

Core Electives

You must complete three core elective units from the list below. In addition to these, you must also complete another four elective units, which you can select from the full range of OUA units. For a full list of available elective units, contact a SEEK Learning consultant now.

Major Units

You will need to complete 12 units to major in Journalism, Media Communications or Public Relations. Contact a SEEK Learning consultant now for the full list of units for each major.

Set Your Own Study Schedule

There are four study periods each year - so you can enrol anytime and start in the study period of your choice. You're in control of your study schedule - study from home or wherever it's convenient, and in your own time. You can fast track your learning by studying during all four study periods, or take breaks in between. Contact a SEEK Learning consultant for more information.

Did You Know? Survey results show that a Bachelor Degree increases earnings by about 30%. Australian Council for Educational Research - Nov 08

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Study Now, Pay as You Earn

Almost every Australian citizen is eligible for Government assistance through the FEE-HELP program. This means you do not have to pay anything upfront, but can pay for your course as you earn. Contact a SEEK Learning consultant to find out more about how you can study now and pay as you earn with FEE-HELP.

Refresh Your Study Skills with Quick Skills Modules

New to university study or returning to study after a long break? You may want to consider taking Quick Skills Modules, short online courses that are designed to help you get the most out of your studies. There are 6 modules available:

• An Introduction to Project Managing Your Studies
• Setting Study Goals and Objectives
• Managing Risks and Optimising Potential
• Getting to Know Your Study Materials
• Scheduling Tasks and Time
• Preparing for and Sitting Exams

Each module can be completed within 3 hours. Contact a SEEK Learning consultant now for more information about these optional modules.

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Enjoy Comprehensive Support

Get all the support you need as you study towards your qualification. You have access to:

• Student advisors
• Online forums
• Study groups
• Online library resources
• Online guidance on study skills and writing
• A dedicated student association

About Griffith University & Open Universities Australia (OUA)

This communications course is delivered by Griffith University, in partnership with OUA.

About Griffith University

Griffith University is a large, five-campus institution serving Brisbane, the Gold Coast and (through distance education) the world.

Regarded as one of Australia's most innovative tertiary institutions, Griffith University piloted some of the first open learning units in Australia.

Learn more about Griffith University.

About OUA

OUA offers a wide range of distance-based courses and units from Australia's leading universities. All OUA qualifications are identical to those gained on-campus - and all are FEE-HELP approved.

With OUA, you can enrol anytime, mix and match units, and study at your own pace, while enjoying comprehensive support services.

Learn more about OUA.

Enquire now to find out about course prices, FEE-HELP and more.