Bachelor of Business / Bachelor of Communication
Undergraduate | USC-BSC-DEG | 2022
Course information for 2022 intake View information for 2024 course intake
The business world values engaging communicators
Combine broad business knowledge with a comms specialisation. You’ll study business fundamentals then add communication theory. Media skills—including video, writing, and socials—are need in almost all sectors. Gain the competitive edge.
- Study method
- 100% online
- Assessments
- 100% online
- Credit available
- Yes
- Total subjects
- 32
- Price from
- $12,468
- Available loans
- Australian Higher Education Loan Program (HELP)
- CSP available
- Yes
Bachelor of Business / Bachelor of Communication
About this degree
- Study core communication disciplines and become job-ready for a range of media, marketing and communication roles
- Build a diverse skillset by studying core business concepts like management, marketing, economics and international business
- Develop briefs and communication campaigns, work with real clients and projects, and experience work as part of an agency
Effective communication skills are among the most sought-after skills in any modern business. This double degree teaches the foundations of clear, accurate and engaging communication within a range of contexts, including social media, marketing, and video production. Develop core business knowledge needed to succeed in areas such as strategy implementation, organisational learning and growth.
Recommended study pattern
This program is offered full-time or equivalent part-time.
The recommended study pattern is subject to change based on study period of enrolment. To learn more about the courses you will undertake in this program please refer to program structure.
Program structure
Introductory courses (12) 144 units
ACC106Accounting Principles
BUS101Exploring Business Research
BUS102Economics for Business
BUS104Discovering Management
BUS105Marketing Essentials
BUS108Information Systems in Organisations
CMN101Introduction to Creative Entrepreneurship
CMN106 Contemporary Communication Theory and Trends
CMN107Communication for the Creative Professional
CMN109Editing for Professionals
CMN120 Introduction to Contemporary Global Media and Communication
CMN150Digital Journalism
Developing courses (1) 12 units
BUS203Business Law
Graduate courses (3) 36 units
BUS306World of Work: Your Pathway to Employment
BUS320Business, Governance and Society
CMN314Global Communication
PLUS SELECT 1 COURSE (1) 12 UNITS FROM:
BCI300Work Integrated Learning Project
BCI301Work Integrated Learning Placement
BCI302Work Integrated Learning Project
BCI303Work Integrated Learning Placement
Business Major courses (8) 96 units
- Business Administration
- Digital Futures
- Economics and Finance
- Human Resource Management
- Marketing
- Small Business Management
- Tourism, Leisure and Event Management
Communication Major courses (8) 96 units
Elective courses
Select up to a total of 12 to 36 units from the undergraduate elective course options.
Program notes
- Each study period, you have the choice to switch between full-time and part-time study. Full-time study is enrolling in three or more courses per study period, while part-time study is one or two courses per study period.
- The number of electives is dependent on the Business major and Creative Industries major chosen.
- The total number of units required to complete the program is 384 units.
- The unit value of all courses is 12 units unless otherwise specified
- Program structures are subject to change
Award requirements
To attain the award of Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Communication, students are required to successfully complete 384 units as outlined in the Program Structure
Choose your subjects
Majors
Exit points
- Bachelor of Business
- Bachelor of Communication
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How to apply
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Entry requirements
- Completion of Year 12 or equivalent
Applicants must meet the minimum ATAR/Rank: 55.00
Recommended prior study: English; General Maths, Maths Methods or Specialist Maths
You may be eligible for a selection rank, which can help you get into university, If you:
- have completed Year 12 (no matter how long ago)
- have a TAFE/VET qualification
- have relevant work experience, or
- have studied at university before (even if you didn’t complete your studies)
To learn more about pathways visit program page Bachelor of Business / Bachelor of Communication
For more detailed admissions information and criteria, visit Admissions explained.
Please refer to Application datesfor the closing dates to submit an applications to study at UniSC.
If you've completed prior study or have relevant work experience, you may, under specified conditions, be eligible for credit towards your USC degree.
Visit Credit Transfer and How to apply for credit for more information.
Career opportunities
- Advertising executive
- Content strategist
- Copywriter
- Corporate communications office
- Creative director
- Entrepreneur
- Innovation manager
- Marketing coordinator
- Public relations officer
- Social media manager
Career outlook
- Advertising and Marketing Professionals:
- $75K to $93K
- Advertising Specialists:
- Unknown average
- Journalists and Other Writers:
- $75K to $93K
- Public Relations Professionals:
- $93K to $120K