Bachelor of Journalism, Bachelor of International Relations
Degree Level Undergraduate
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- NOT an Australian or New Zealand citizen
- NOT an Australian Permanent Resident (including Humanitarian Visa holders)
Start date
February
Campus
Magill
Duration
4 year(s) full-time
Program Code
MBJI
Prerequisites
None
Assumed Knowledge
None
English Language Requirements
- IELTS total [6.0]
- IELTS reading [6.0]
- IELTS writing [6.0]
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CRICOS Code
046037G
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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.
To be eligible for selection, applicants are required to have:
- completed the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE); and
- completed 200 credits of subjects;
- achieved a grade of C* or better in the Personal Learning Plan, 20 credits of literacy, 10 credits of numeracy and the Research Project at Stage 2;
- achieved a grade C- or better in an additional 60 credits at Stage 2;
- obtained a competitive ATAR.
* For Stage 2 subjects a grade of C- or better is required
OR:- completed the equivalent secondary education qualifications as required for University entry under SACE and fulfilled any prerequisite requirements;
- completed the International Baccalaureate Diploma, obtaining a minimum score of 24 points and fulfilled any prerequisite requirements;
- completed or partly completed a recognised higher education program at a recognised higher education institution and fulfilled any prerequisite requirements;
- completed at least four Open Universities Australia (OUA) courses at the appropriate level and fulfilled any prerequisite requirements;
- completed an award from TAFE or from another registered training organisation at AQF Certificate IV level or above and fulfilled any prerequisite requirements;
- qualified for Special Entry and fulfilled any prerequisite requirements;
- completed the University Foundation Studies program.
Essential requirements for admission
Prerequisites
NoneAssumed Knowledge
NoneEnglish 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 testPlease 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)- IELTS total [6.0]
- IELTS reading [6.0]
- IELTS writing [6.0]
Admission Requirements by Country
Vietnam 8.5 Australia 80 IB (best 6) 29 Nepal HSEB 70 HKDSE 19 Bangladesh HSC 4 Canada High School (OSSD) 75 Eynesbury FSP 370 German Abitur 2.3 India (best 4) 70 Kenya KCSE (average) B+ Malaysia STPM (best 3) 9 Malaysia UEC 26 Norway GPA 3.9 Pakistan HSSC 85 Sri Lanka A Levels (best 3) 9 Sweden GPA 16 UK Board GCE A Levels/HK Board 9 USA SAT (2400) 1745
This program has been withdrawn and is no longer being offered.
Aim
The Bachelor of Journalism, Bachelor of International Relations double degree qualifies individuals who apply a broad and coherent body of knowledge locally, nationally and globally to undertake professional work in journalism, international relations and related fields and as a pathway for further learning.
Content & Structure
Students obtain two degrees in four years of fulltime study in this double degree program. The program prepares students for professional practice in Journalism while at the same time providing a deepening international awareness. Graduates will be equipped to practice as journalists in international and culturally diverse contexts.
The program is made up of 9 units of Common Core courses (2 courses), an extended 54 unit professional major in Journalism (11 courses), a 36 unit professional major in International Relations (8 courses), 18 units of foreign language studies (4 courses), 18 units of World Politics electives (4 courses) or an international exchange half year, a 4.5 unit Free Elective and a 4.5 unit Indigenous Studies course.
The program is made up of 9 units of Common Core courses (2 courses), an extended 54 unit professional major in Journalism (11 courses), a 36 unit professional major in International Relations (8 courses), 18 units of foreign language studies (4 courses), 18 units of World Politics electives (4 courses) or an international exchange half year, a 4.5 unit Free Elective and a 4.5 unit Indigenous Studies course.
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