Overview

At Charles Sturt University , they’ve completely reimagined the way communication is taught. You’ll learn from academics, industry experts and alumni in physical and virtual environments. Listen to your lectures via podcasts, attend masterclasses and take part in hands-on workshops in our studios and labs.

Your Communication degree will prepare you to be industry ready when you graduate. In your first year, you’ll respond to briefs from industry developing your core communication skills. In your second year, you’ll work in a collaborative environment with your peers, coming up with new ideas to connect with audiences.

hen in your third year, you'll launch your career – and build more industry connections. During your studies you'll also have the opportunity to grab the mic and get some hands-on experience at our community radio station 2MCE.

This important work-integrated learning resource will help you gain professional and practical skills in the media and broadcasting industries.

Career opportunities

Your bachelor's degree in communication will open up opportunities in a wide range of media and communication careers, such as:

Advertising or public relations professional

Design and content creator

Digital and social media strategist

Event manager

Journalist

Project manager

Television presenter

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Digital Society and Global Citizenship

Engaging Audiences and Social Media Communities

Writing and Producing for the Digital Age

Spotlight on Strategic Communication

Spotlight on News and Media

Spotlight on Design and Content Creation

Envisioning the Digital Society

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-22 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-03-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-16 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-02-27 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-07-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

192 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Bathurst, Australia

Disciplines

Journalism Media Studies & Mass Media Digital Media View 58 other Bachelors in Journalism in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS code: 0101020

Minimum ATAR for course (including adjustment factors)

Successful completion of two university level subjects (AQF Associate Degree or higher) demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies

Successful completion of a Tertiary Preparation Course from an Australian University or an accredited provider demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies. This includes the Charles Sturt Diploma of General Studies and Charles Sturt Pathway Program.

A completed AQF Certificate III or higher-level qualification or 50% completion of an AQF Diploma level qualification OR Work experience, within the same industry as the course profile, of no less than 2 years full-time equivalent

Other admissions options Schools Recommendation Scheme (SRS) Indigenous Access Program (IAP) Charles Sturt Advantage

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

27920 AUD / year

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Citizens or residents

17376 AUD / year

≈ 17376 AUD / year

Additional Details

Domestic student fees: Commonwealth grant scheme (CGS)

Living costs

Bathurst

Australia

1260 - 2250 AUD / month

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