Bachelor of Communication

Develop the expertise to communicate effectively across multiple platforms with Adelaide University’s 100% online Bachelor of Communication.

In this degree, you’ll learn the fundamentals of communication such as public relations, journalism, intercultural communication and social media. You’ll build essential skills in professional communication, integrated communication planning, news reporting, feature writing and content creation.

Master the tools required for today’s communication careers by exploring media law, social media engagement and web design.

Align your learning to your interests through a range of electives and apply your knowledge to real-world scenarios via projects and collaborations.

Engage with expert academics and industry leaders as you explore how ideas can be transformed into compelling messages for diverse audiences.

This 100% online degree sets you up to thrive as a communication expert, building your communication, critical thinking and analytical skills. Develop the ability to craft effective messages for both print and digital platforms as part of wider communication strategies. Graduate with a professional toolkit that includes content creation, content management and strategic communication.

Practical learning is a key focus, with opportunities to create real-world communication plans for various platforms, contexts and audiences. Use this invaluable experience to stand out in the job market when you graduate.

Recommended study pattern

Year 1

UO Introduction to Digital Media (MDIA1013)

UO Introduction to Social Media (COMM1009)

UO Public Relations: Theory and Practice (MARK1014)

UO Communication and Media (COMM1008)

UO Intercultural Communication (COMM1006)

UO News Reporting (JOUR1009)

UO Professional and Technical Communication (COMM1010)

UO Content Creation for Media (COMM2006)

UO Critical Approaches to Online Learning (SOCI3014) -Elective

Year 2

UO Digital Photography (JOUR1008)

UO Media Law and Ethics (JOUR2005)

UO Radio and Audio Journalism (JOUR2008)

UO Communication Research Methods (COMM2005)

UO Writing for Digital Media (COMM2004)

Elective 1

Elective 2

Year 3

UO Promotional Communication: Advertising, Publicity and Marketing (COMM3004)

UO Feature Writing (JOUR3004)

UO Social Media Engagement (COMM3005)

UO Integrated Communication Planning (COMM3003)

UO Communication Management in Practice (COMM3002)

UO Web Design (MDIA3011)

Elective 3

Elective 4

Elective 5

Any year

UO Digital Marketing (MARK3013) -Elective

UO Introduction to Video Production (INFO1024) -Elective

UO Marketing Principles: Trading and Exchange (MARK1013) -Elective

Award requirements

Students must complete 24 subjects including 5 electives.

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Indicative total fee $49,057

The amounts shown here are indicative for an Australian citizen studying full-time, which is typically 8 subjects per year.

Fees may vary depending on:

• the subjects you choose
• credit from previous work experience
• your eligibility for government funding loans or subsidies such as HECS-HELP or a Commonwealth supported place.

To learn more, go to Fees or contact a student advisor.

Adelaide University is Australia’s new major university, delivering an accessible, contemporary and future-focused teaching and learning experience. Adelaide University’s range of 100% online undergraduate and postgraduate programs is designed by experts and shaped by industry, with world-class research informing your learning. Experience flexible study, tailored student support when you need it, and on-demand learning resources. Join a vibrant community of online learners and launch your next move.

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Successful completion of at least 6 months full-time study (or equivalent part-time) in a higher education award program.

Completion of a secondary education qualification equivalent to the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE).

Completion of an award from a registered training organisation (RTO) at Certificate IV (AQF level 4) or higher.

• Completion of an Adelaide University approved enabling, pathway or bridging program; OR
• A competitive result in the Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT); OR
• Successful completion of an Adelaide University online literacy and numeracy test and have relevant work experience; OR
• Qualify for special entry.

English language entry requirements for International students only.

In addition, international students who speak English as an additional 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 Adelaide University. 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.

IELTS Overall 6.5

IELTS Reading 6.0

IELTS Listening 6.0

IELTS Speaking 6.0

IELTS Writing 6.0