BP222 - Bachelor of Communication (Professional Communication)
Plan: BP222OSVI - Bachelor of Communication (Professional Communication)
Campus: RMIT University Vietnam
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 (Professional Communication)
Award abbreviation: BComm(ProfComm)
Total credit points: 288
Career: UGRD
Duration: 3 years/9 semesters full-time
Location: VNMRI RMIT University Vietnam
Owning school: Media and Communication (345H)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/media-and-communication
Partnered offering / Corporate client: RMIT University Vietnam
ASCED code: 100700
CRICOS code:
Top of pagePurpose of the Program
The program offers you a generalist communications degree incorporating courses and specialist study in Advertising and Public Relations. The interdisciplinary nature of the degree reflects the workplace reality of increasing integration of these professions. The degree integrates professional practice with theoretical frameworks. It encourages creative and critical thinking, and offers diversity in approaches to teaching and learning.
Across the professional communication disciplines, you will be actively engaged in a range of teaching modes and learning environments including studios, lectures and workshops. The program's capstone course COMM2694 Professional Communication Studio will consolidate and extend your discipline knowledge through individual and collaborative projects.
On completion of the program you will be a practitioner with broad knowledge of the media and communications industries. You will be able to analyse issues, work with others and communicate informed ideas and apply independent judgement to problems within a global communications context.
Graduates in this program can expect to work in professional roles, both local and international, in a variety of areas such as public relations, communication consultancies, corporate communication and advertising.
Top of pageArticulation and pathways
Upon successful completion of this program, you may be eligible to undertake further studies in RMIT University programs, subject to program 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
Vietnamese high school graduation diploma with a minimum GPA of 7.0/10.0 for Grade 12.
For international equivalents to academic entry requirements, see the Country Equivalency web page on the RMIT website.
English language requirements
A minimum of 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 requirements web page.
Top of pageExternal accreditation and industry links
There is no external accreditation of the program with a specific industry body.
This program is delivered by academic staff with extensive professional experience and background. The program is reviewed by an Industry Advisory Committee (IAC) of industry professionals. You will have the opportunity to undertake an industry internship during this degree. Past RMIT University Vietnam Professional Communication graduates have been employed in a range of positions in advertising and public relations companies in Vietnam and beyond.
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
As a student enrolled in a program at RMIT University Vietnam you may access the services, facilities and study space provided by the RMIT Vietnam Library. You can find more information on Library resources and services at: http://library.rmit.edu.vn/
You may also access many of the extensive collections of electronic resources and services provided by the RMIT University Library in Melbourne. Contact Ask the Library for assistance and further information. http://www.rmit.edu.au/library.
Study Support is available for online assistance with assignment preparation, academic writing, information literacy, referencing, maths and study skills.
Online learning tools and content
Log in to myRMIT https://my.rmit.edu.au/portal/ and select the myStudies tab to access study resources for your program.
Other resources
Course guides for each course in the program will identify print and electronic resources available for you for the completion of all your learning and assessment tasks.
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
We also offer a friendly and supportive environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. You can find more information at www.rmit.edu.au/students
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