BP220 - Bachelor of Communication (Journalism)
Plan: BP220 - Bachelor of Communication (Journalism)
Campus: City Campus
Overview
Program detailsPurpose of the ProgramArticulation and pathwaysEntrance requirementsExternal accreditation and industry linksStudent expenses and charges in addition to feesLibrary, IT and specialist resourcesProgram details
Award title: Bachelor of Communication (Journalism)
Award abbreviation: BComm(Jour)
Total credit points: 288
Career: UGRD
Duration: 3 years full-time, 6 years part-time
Location: Onshore, City Campus
Owning school: Media and Communication (345H)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/media-and-communication
ASCED code: 100703
CRICOS code: 048668D
Top of pagePurpose of the Program
The purpose of the Bachelor of Communication (Journalism) program is to prepare you for the global multimedia news industry. RMIT is committed to providing you with an education that strongly links formal learning with professional or vocational practice.
The program balances strong, relevant, practical teaching with theory-based reflective learning. This includes examination of the history of journalism, the role of journalists in society and the ethics which govern the profession.
While you are acquiring professional journalism skills, you will also critically analyse the profession. Throughout your course you will learn the skills to enable you to work in Australia and overseas in all fields of journalism including newspapers, magazines, specialist publications, radio, television, online and in related areas in the corporate and public sectors.
Your program includes the opportunity to take a Minor stream of study. A Minor is a grouping of courses that runs parallel with your core courses, developing your ability to see professional practices within wider social, cultural, political, technological and economic contexts. Employers look to graduates not only for technical skills, but also for an ability to analyse and conceptualise. The range of Minors on offer to you include: Approaches to Pop Culture, Asian Media and Culture, Cinema Studies, Literary Studies and Contemporary Politics and Communication.
In the final year of your program, you will participate in journalism practice - including newsroom activities, an industry placement, and a program capstone course COMM2805 Journalism Capstone, which is designed to enable you to synthesise and integrate knowledge, connect theory and practice and to produce a professional profile and portfolio of published work.
The delivery of this program is blended comprising of face-to-face learning supplemented by online learning.
Top of pageArticulation and pathways
Successful completion of RMIT's Associate Degree in Professional Writing and Editing (including course COMM2468 Advanced Feature Writing) guarantees entry into this program with 60 credit points of exemptions (equivalent to 1 semester full-time study).
Upon successful completion of this program you may be eligible to undertake further studies in RMIT University programs, including honours or master by coursework in the School of Media and Communication, subject to each program's entry requirements.
If you have already developed areas of skill and knowledge included in this program (for example, through prior studies or work experience), you can apply for credit once you have enrolled in this program.
Top of pageEntrance requirements
You must have successfully completed an Australian Year 12 (or equivalent senior secondary school) qualification.
For equivalents to Australian academic entry requirements, see the Country Equivalency web page on the RMIT website.
Prerequisites
Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) units 3 and 4:
- a study score of at least 25 in English other than EAL; or
- a study score of at least 27 in English as an Additional Language (EAL)
International English language requirement
A minimum IELTS (Academic module) overall score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0, or equivalent. For equivalents to English entry requirements, see the English equivalents web page
Top of pageExternal accreditation and industry links
In Australia there are no professional bodies that recognise or accredit academic programs in journalism. However, the Bachelor of Communication (Journalism) program has strong industry links to ensure the program remains current and relevant to today’s multi-platform media requirements.
Our Industry Advisory Committee (IAC) is made up of industry leaders from all media platforms and our academics have current and extensive journalism experience, locally and globally. The Bachelor of Communication (Journalism) program also attracts senior industry professionals as sessional tutors, guest lecturers and regular speakers.
Top of pageStudent expenses and charges in addition to fees
Once you are enrolled as a student in this program you will need to allow for expenses other than university tuition fees. Additional expenses may relate to the purchase of lecture notes, textbooks, stationery, consumables such as printer paper, fees levied by commercial internet service providers for internet access outside of the university campus, and other relevant costs.
Top of pageLibrary, IT and specialist resources
Library resources and services
RMIT Library provides extensive resources, services and study spaces. All RMIT students have access to scholarly resources including course related material, books, e-books, journals and databases.
Computers and printers are available at every Library. You can access the Internet and Library e-resources. You can also access the RMIT University wireless network in the Library.
Contact Ask the Library for information on Library resources and services: http://www.rmit.edu.au/library. Study support is available for assistance with assignment preparation, academic writing, information literacy, referencing, maths and study skills.
Online learning tools and content
You can access online learning tools and content for your program and associated courses at myRMIT www.rmit.edu.au/myrmit
Services available to you as a student at RMIT University
RMIT University provides a wide range of resources and opportunities to assist your learning and wellbeing so you can achieve your study and career goals.
Services are available face to face and online assisting with:
- transition to tertiary study and learning
- study skills, academic skills including literacy, mathematics and basic sciences if relevant
- enabling assistance if you have a disability, long term medical condition or other form of disadvantage which may impact on your learning
- career development and employment
- living and wellbeing (including advice on health, housing and financial matters)
- opportunities for scholarships, leadership and study abroad
- opportunities for participating in arts, sport, recreation, fitness activities as well as student activism and university governance
We also offer a friendly and supportive environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. You can find more information from Student Support.
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