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Bachelor of Journalism and Professional Writing University of South Australia - Magill Campus University of South Australia - Magill Campus, Australia

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AUD 32400

Tuition Fee (AUD)

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 Free

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36 months

Duration

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6

IELTS

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65%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Graduates of this degree (the only one of its kind in South Australia) are qualified to work as journalists in any medium, across any platform, and in media organisation newsrooms, local community news sites, niche and community media, and as freelance/entrepreneurial journalists. They are also well qualified to work across communication fields. An emphasis on professional writing opens doors to a wide variety of allied professions, such as technical writing, tender presentations, and marketing and communication.

You can explore journalistic areas of interest such as:

  • Science, space and technology
  • Data and investigative journalism
  • Governments and politics
  • International relations
  • Economy, business and finance
  • Social and legal justice, and inclusion
  • Travel writing
  • Culture and arts journalism
  • Environment and sustainability
  • Sports journalism.

What you'll learn
This degree will provide you with the skills and knowledge needed to work as a journalist and writer in mainstream media and communication fields. An emphasis on professional writing also opens doors to a wide variety of allied professions, such as technical writing, tender presentations, marketing and communication. You will:

  • Learn how to author and edit written and visual texts within journalism and non journalism environments
  • Gain greater knowledge and understanding of journalism's role in society
  • Develop the production skills required by news and online media, including filming and editing, problem solving and decision-making
  • Learn how to use industry-standard equipment and software
  • Develop analytical and research skills
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Additional Information

Program Level 3-Year Bachelor's Degree

College/University Processing Time 4

Program Intensity Full-Time

Post-Study Work Rights (PSWR) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Jul 2024

Closed

Feb 2024

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have Standard XII Higher Secondary Certificate.

    6 IELTS Score
    50 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    65% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

    The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.

    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    32400

    Tuition Fee
    (AUD)

     Free

    Application Fee
    (AUD)

    24500 Per year

    Average Cost of Living
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    The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

    Check program website for more information about funding options.

    Scholarships

    INTERNATIONAL MERIT SCHOLARSHIP

    Recipients will receive a 15% reduction in their student contributions (tuition fees) for the duration of their chosen degree

    India Undergraduate Programs Postgraduate Programs
    Class XII: 70 (Best 4)

    60% or above
    First Division or Class
    6.5 on a 10pt scale

    VICE CHANCELLOR'S INTERNATIONAL EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP
    Recipients will receive a 50% reduction in their student contributions (tuition fees) for up to 4 years of full-time study
    If students meet the eligibility criteria and have submitted the application form, they will be advised of the outcome along with their degree assessment. If students are eligible but haven't provided the form, they will still be invited to apply. The form is available from our website:
    international.unisa.edu.au/scholarships-and- sponsorships/vice-chancellors-international-excellence-scholarship

    Scholarship Criteria:

    • Be a prospective international student
    • Be eligible to study in Australia
    • Not have accepted any other UniSA scholarship or bursary Have achieved the UniSA equivalent of a high distinction average in previous studies
    • Meet the minimum English language entry requirements for the degree applied into
    • Meet normal degree admission requirements for the degree applied into

    Each year more than 2,500 students benefit from our scholarships and grants, worth millions of dollars. We have a range of categories including support for high achievers and students in need, along with scholarships specifically for international students.

    Vice Chancellor’S International Excellence Scholarship
    Receive a 50% reduction in your student contributions (tuition fees) for the duration of your degree.

    International Merit Scholarship
    Receive a 15% reduction in your student contributions (tuition fees) for the duration of your degree. For more scholarships and to view full scholarship conditions, please visit.

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