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Bachelor of Communication

Degree Level Undergraduate

Years

International students

Start date
January
March
June
September

Campus
Online

Duration
3 year(s) full-time

Mode
Online

Program Code
XBCD

Prerequisites
None

Assumed Knowledge
None

Fees
AUD$ 27,100 per annum (per 1.0 EFTSL) for students enrolled in 2025

English Language Requirements

IELTS total [6.0]
IELTS reading [6.0]
IELTS writing [6.0]
IELTS speaking [6.0]
IELTS listening [6.0]

Equivalent English qualifications (PDF)

International Admission by Country
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CRICOS Code
This program is not available to students wishing to study in Australia on a student visa

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

The admission criteria have been grouped to assist you to easily find the information most relevant to your circumstances. However, you may fit into more than one and the university will consider applicants against each of the relevant criteria.

Certain conditions apply. For more information refer to Appendix 4 of the University's Selection and Entry policy.

Applicants are required to meet one of the following criteria with a competitive result:

Higher education study

Successfully completed equivalent to a minimum of half a year of full-time study of a higher education program at a recognised higher education provider

OR
Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Complete an award from a registered training organisation at Certificate IV or above

OR
Work and life experience (for domestic students only)

Passed a UniSA Online literacy and numeracy test and have relevant work experience, or
Completed a 12-month UniSA Foundation Studies program or equivalent, or
Qualify for Special Entry

OR
Recent secondary education

Completed a secondary education qualification equivalent to SACE, such as an interstate year 12 or international qualification

Essential requirements for admission

Prerequisites

None

Assumed Knowledge

None

English language entry requirements

In addition, international students who speak English as a foreign language must have obtained one of the following standards within the last two years prior to admission. Possession of one or more of these qualifications, in addition to the academic entry requirements, does not, in itself, guarantee a place at the University of South Australia. Applications are considered on an individual basis and selection is competitive. Where previous study/work experience was conducted in English, the application must be accompanied by certified documentation from the educational institution/employer certifying that the language of instruction/employment was English.

English language test

IELTS total [6.0]
IELTS reading [6.0]
IELTS writing [6.0]
IELTS speaking [6.0]
IELTS listening [6.0]

Please access the following link for a comprehensive list of English language tests accepted by UniSA and other important information in relation to meeting the University’s language requirements: English Language Equivalence Table (PDF)

Admission Requirements by Country

Pakistan HSSC	75
Sri Lanka A Levels (best 3)	6
Sweden GPA	12.5
UK Board GCE A Levels/HK Board	6
Vietnam	7
Australia	65
IB (best 6)	26
USA SAT (1600)	1050
India (best 4) State Board	70
India (best 4) Central Board	60
HKDSE	15
Nepal NEB	2.41
Bangladesh HSC	3.5
Canada High School (OSSD)	60
Eynesbury FSP	310
German Abitur	3.8
Kenya KCSE (average)	B
Malaysia STPM (best 3)	6
Malaysia UEC	32
Norway GPA	2.8

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Aim

The Bachelor of Communication qualifies individuals who apply a broad and coherent body of knowledge in organisational communication with a professional concentration in journalism within private, public and non-profit organisations both nationally and internationally. The program also provides pathways for further learning in postgraduate studies.

Content & Structure

Graduates of the Bachelor of Communication degree will have broad and coherent knowledge and skills in managing professional communication and the media in contemporary culture and society, writing and document development for print, radio, and electronic media, and application of critical and analytic thinking to the strategic planning and management of communication and media.

The students will complete 108 units of study comprising 90 units of core courses and 18 units of electives.

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What courses you'll study

Course name	Area and cat no.	Units	Reference
FIRST YEAR
Term 1 (Study Period 1)
UO Critical Approaches to Online Learning	CURR 3021	4.5	Note(s): 1
OR
Elective		4.5		Rule(s): 1
UO Introduction to Social Media	COMM 1073	4.5
Term 2 (Study Period 3)
UO Communication and Media	COMM 1072	4.5
UO Intercultural Communication	LANG 1064	4.5
Term 3 (Study Period 4)
UO News Reporting	COMM 1074	4.5
UO Public Relations: Theory and Practice	COMM 1076	4.5
Term 4 (Study Period 6)
UO Introduction to Digital Media	INFT 1028	4.5
UO Professional and Technical Communication	COMM 1075	4.5
YEAR 2
Term 1 (Study Period 1)
UO Content Creation for Media	COMM 2092	4.5
UO Radio and Audio Journalism	COMM 2106	4.5
Term 2 (Study Period 3)
UO Writing for Digital Media	COMM 2088	4.5
Elective		4.5		Rule(s): 1
Term 3 (Study Period 4)
UO Media Law and Ethics	COMM 2091	4.5
Elective		4.5		Rule(s): 1
Term 4 (Study Period 6)
UO Communication Research Methods	COMM 2090	4.5
UO Digital Photography	GRAP 1032	4.5
YEAR 3
Term 1 (Study Period 1)
UO Promotional Communication: Advertising, Publicity and Marketing	COMM 3078	4.5
Elective		4.5		Rule(s): 1
Term 2 (Study Period 3)
UO Web Design	GRAP 3015	4.5
UO Social Media Engagement	COMM 3084	4.5
Term 3 (Study Period 4)
UO Communication Management in Practice	COMM 3075	4.5
UO Feature Writing	COMM 3073	4.5
Term 4 (Study Period 6)
UO Integrated Communication Planning	COMM 3077	4.5
Elective		4.5		Rule(s): 1

Electives

Course name	Area and cat no.	Units
Suggested Electives
UO Introduction to Video Production	INFT 1029	4.5
UO Marketing Principles: Trading and Exchange	MARK 1018	4.5
UO Digital Marketing	MARK 3023	4.5

Rules & notes

Rules

1. When choosing electives, it is recommended students select from the suggested elective options. Alternatively, they may choose any course in the UniSA Online electives list, subject to pre-requisite requirements and availability.

Notes

1. This course is recommended for students who are new to university studies or require development in academic and research skills.