Bachelor of Communication (Honours)
Overview
Develop advanced skills and knowledge in communication theory, research, policy and practice in this interdisciplinary program.
This Honours program is an extra year of study which follows on from the Bachelor of Communication. It is designed to prepare you for a lifetime of creative and critical use of media and communication.
The program is based on a combination of coursework and research in a relevant area of communication. The aim of the program is to round off the learning experiences you gained at an undergraduate level by providing you with opportunities for research and leadership under close supervision. You will research a communication-related issue in-depth and present your findings in the form of a thesis.
The knowledge and skills you will develop are widely valued and can be used in a variety of careers that require strong communication abilities.
Program highlights
- Build a comprehensive skill-set of writing, industry engagement, production and critical thinking skills.
- Write a thesis based on your chosen research area in communication, grounded in knowledge of the theories and previous studies in the field.
How you'll learn
Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
- Overseas study
- Research experience
- Seminars
- Workshops
What you'll study
At UQ, degrees are called 'programs' and subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study in this program:
- Research Methods & Project Management
- Topics in Journalism and Communication Studies
- Honours Research Thesis
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:
- Digital content producer
- Social media manager
- Copywriter
- Broadcast producer
- Content producer
- Marketing coordinator
- Corporate communications officer
- Broadcaster
- Correspondent/Journalist
- Public relations professional
My current role is as a management consultant. This involves solving problems for organisations to improve their performance. The role involves research, interviewing, interpersonal communication with clients, public speaking and data analysis – all skills I learnt at UQ.
My current role is as a management consultant. This involves solving problems for organisations to improve their performance. The role involves research, interviewing, interpersonal communication with clients, public speaking and data analysis – all skills I learnt at UQ.
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Entry requirements
Prerequisites
- Bachelor of Communication from the University (or equivalent); and
- have gained a grade point average (GPA) of 5.5 on a 7-point scale (or higher set by the Head of School for specific fields of study) from an approved combination of courses comprising:
- all Level 2 and Level 3 BCommun Core Courses (Previously Part A Core); and
- 6 units of Level 2 and Level 3 courses from the chosen BCommun Major (Previously Part B); or
- satisfy the executive dean that the person is qualified to undertake the program based on the person's academic records and subject to completion of additional work, if set.
Other Entry Requirements
- The head of school may limit places depending on supervisor availability.
- Once eligibility is established, entry is via a competitive selection process based on GPA.
Prerequisites
- Bachelor of Communication from the University (or equivalent); and
- have gained a grade point average (GPA) of 5.5 on a 7-point scale (or higher set by the Head of School for specific fields of study) from an approved combination of courses comprising:
- all Level 2 and Level 3 BCommun Core Courses (Previously Part A Core); and
- 6 units of Level 2 and Level 3 courses from the chosen BCommun Major (Previously Part B); or
- satisfy the executive dean that the person is qualified to undertake the program based on the person's academic records and subject to completion of additional work, if set.
Other Entry Requirements
- The head of school may limit places depending on supervisor availability.
- Once eligibility is established, entry is via a competitive selection process based on GPA.
English language requirements
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL iBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.
PTE Academic - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub bands.
BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.
CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.
OET is not accepted.
There are other ways to meet the English language requirements. For some programs, additional conditions apply.
Student visas
International students who are accepted into full-time study in the Bachelor of Communication (Honours) are eligible to apply for an Australian student visa (subclass 500).
There are a number of requirements you must satisfy before a visa is granted, including the Genuine Student (GS) requirement.
Fees and Scholarships
Indicative annual fee
Approximate yearly cost of tuition (16 units). Your fees will vary according to your selected courses and study load. Fees are reviewed each year and may increase.
$15,581
2024
Fee information for 2025 is not yet available. Fee information displayed is for 2024.
$15,581
2025
Approximate yearly cost of tuition (16 units). Your fees will vary according to your study load. Fees are reviewed each year and may increase.
AUD $43,200
2024
Fee information for 2025 is not yet available. Fee information displayed is for 2024.
AUD $43,200
2025
Government assistance
Financial aid
As an international student, you might be eligible for financial aid – either from your home country, or from the Australian Government.
HECS-HELP
Domestic places in the Bachelor of Communication (Honours) are Commonwealth Supported. This means the cost of your education is shared between you and the Australian Government.
Instead of tuition fees, Commonwealth Supported students pay what are called student contribution amounts.
HECS-HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme to assist eligible students with the cost of their student contribution amounts.
Centrelink support
The Australian Government offers a number of income-support payments to eligible Australian university students.
Scholarships
You may be eligible for more than 100 scholarships, including:
How to apply
Applying online
All international applications should be submitted to UQ. If you prefer, you can use an approved UQ agent in your country.
The program code for the Bachelor of Communication (Honours) is 2237.
Applying online
All domestic applications should be submitted to UQ.
The program code for the Bachelor of Communication (Honours) is 2237.
Important dates
The closing date for this program is:
- To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
To learn more about UQ dates, including semester start dates, view the Academic Calendar.
Important dates
The closing date for this program is:
- To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To learn more about UQ dates, including semester start dates, view the Academic Calendar.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants
For support with applying – or if you have any questions about university life – get in touch with our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies Unit.
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