Bachelor of Arts (Politics & Journalism)
Employers want the skills you will develop in the Bachelor of Arts (Politics & Journalism). The ability to research, analyse, interpret, draw conclusions and problem-solve are just what is needed in the flexible workplace of the 21st century. Communication skills in all forms, team work, initiative and adaptability are also at the heart of this version of the Bachelor of Arts degree.
This specialist degree combines two disciplines into a single program of study. In addition to studying Australian politics and international relations, you will receive a solid grounding in media theory plus the opportunity to gain practical experience in various forms of journalism, including print, broadcast and online media.
To complete the Bachelor of Arts (Politics & Journalism) you will study a total of 24 courses, including three from Politics & International Relations and eight from Journalism. You will also study one Business course, one History course and two general electives. The choice of courses is designed to improve your analytical and creative skills, while imparting important content knowledge.
Internships: This degree offers you the opportunity to take part in our Internship program where you will learn on location in a real work environment such as a publishing company, TV studio and radio station, and get credit towards your degree. Overseas internships are possible.
Service-learning: Service-learning through our Social Justice area combines community service with academic instruction as it focuses on critical, reflective thinking and civic responsibility. Placements for some courses are in local the community and there is also the opportunity to take the international version of this course and travel to locations such as Cambodia.
Campus Information
Sydney Campus
Our Sydney Campus is based across two sites – Broadway and Darlinghurst – both located in the vibrant social hub of the harbour city. The Broadway site is at the heart of Sydney’s uni precinct, a short walk from Central Station and close to Darling Harbour. Darlinghurst is situated to the east of the CBD, nestled in Sydney’s shopping and cafe district.
Intakes
- Feb
- July
Application Processing Time in Days: 20
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
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Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
PSW Opportunity
Sydney / Melbourne / Brisbane:
Regular 2 years post study work visa for international students completing Bachelors and Masters degrees (minimum 92 weeks), 3 years for Masters by Research and 4 years for PhD. graduates
Other Locations (Regional centres and other regional areas):
International students studying at regional universities will be eligible to access an additional
2 years in Australia on a post-study work visa
(Which means a Bachelors or Masters graduate can get up to 4 years of PSW visa)
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
FOR INDIA
- India Senior School Certificate (ICSE) awarded by CBSE/CISCE/NIOS
> TIER 1 - 65% overall for best 4 academic subjects.
> TIER 2 - 75% overall for best 4 academic subjects.
> TIER 3 - 80% overall for best 4 academic subjects. - Higher Secondary Certificate (awarded by State Boards except Punjab State Board)
> TIER 1 - 75% overall for best 4 academic subjects.
> TIER 2 - 80% overall for best 4 academic subjects.
> TIER 2 - 85% overall for best 4 academic subjects.
> Tier 1 refers to undergraduate programs in the following schools:
- School of Arts & Sciences
- School of Business
- School of Health Sciences
- School of Nursing
- School of Education (Sydney; Primary and Early Childhood programs, Fremantle)
> Tier 2 refers to undergraduate programs in the following schools:
- School of Education (Secondary degrees & double degrees, Fremantle)
>Tier 3 refers to undergraduate programs in the following schools:
- School of Law
- School of Physiotherapy
- Course Code: 045241M
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 03 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
90045 AUD
Annual Cost of Living: 24505 AUD
Application Fee: N/A
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