Bachelor of Communication (BCommun) in Journalism
This course could make you eligible for a professional placement at a commercial TV newsroom or in an online newsroom. You’ll learn the skills you need in today’s evolving media landscape, from practical reporting and writing, through to using social media and video journalism, and learning how to build and manage your own website.
You will learn how to use Photoshop, Premiere and Audition, as well as drones to capture stories from a completely different angle. You will investigate the ethical, legal and cultural contexts of the media, analyse the influence journalism has on society as well as the rapidly changing world of news delivery.
With the help of our industry experienced lecturers, you’ll conduct interviews, take photos and videos, and create multimedia content. In your final unit, your stories will be written and uploaded to our news website, as you work in an online newsroom and find out how the industry really works.
Recommended double major
- Strategic Communication
Professional recognition
Journalism graduates working in industry will be eligible for membership of the Media Entertainment and Arts Alliance (MEAA).
Intakes
- Jan
- May
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 15
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Murdoch University Dubai has a designated career portal where job and internship opportunities are posted regularly by their corporate partner and hundreds of local and international companies.
Murdoch University Dubai hosts regular industry panels and networking events to link their students with leaders in industry and to shed the light on contemporary industry trends.
PSW Opportunity
After completion of their studies, students can change their study visa to work visa to extend their stay in Dubai.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
India Higher Secondary Cert (State Boards except for Punjab State Board)
- Successful completion of Higher Secondary Certificate (State Boards except for Punjab State Board) with a minimum average of 65% in the best 4 academic subjects
India: All India Senior School Certificate (CBSE/CISCE/NIOS)
- Successful completion of Class XII with a minimum average of 60% in the best 4 academic subjects.
Nepal
- School Leaving Certificate Examination (Grade XII) awarded by the National Examinations Board: Minimum GPA of 2.8
Sri Lanka
- Successful completion of GCE A Levels with a minimum of 6 points taken from the best 2 or 3 subjects
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- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 03 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
155000 AED
Annual Cost of Living: 32400 AED
Application Fee: N/A