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Field of Study

Journalism and Mass Communication

Bachelor of Arts (Honours)
Overview Study details

Build on your knowledge of global journalism, mass communication and digital media, and acquire the skills required for academic research.

You'll complete advanced-level compulsory coursework that focuses on communication and cultural studies, including film, television, media and journalism.

Coursework will also cover the skills needed to plan and write your honours research thesis. During this substantial project, you'll produce an original piece of research by developing a relevant topic, applying methodologies and presenting your written conclusions.

Highlights

1 in Queensland for arts and humanities

QS World University Rankings 2024

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Career possibilities

Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:

  • Correspondent/Journalist
  • Journalist
  • Television journalist
  • Editor
  • Media correspondent 
  • Copywriter
  • Digital content writer
  • Academic researcher
Peter Greste

This role means I can speak to journalists and journalism students and share some of the lessons I have learnt. And I want to remind journalists about why the job matters and, hopefully, inspire them to really drill down and do that job with passion and commitment.

Peter Greste
UNESCO Chair of Journalism and Communication
Peter Greste

This role means I can speak to journalists and journalism students and share some of the lessons I have learnt. And I want to remind journalists about why the job matters and, hopefully, inspire them to really drill down and do that job with passion and commitment.

Peter Greste
UNESCO Chair of Journalism and Communication

How you'll learn

Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.

  • Research experience
  • Seminars

What you'll study

At UQ, subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study:

  • Topics in Journalism and Communication Studies
  • Research Methods & Project Management
  • Honours Research Thesis

See courses and program structure

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