Bachelor of Communication (Honours)

... Australia
... University of the Sunshine Coast

Course Overview

Break new ground and drive innovation in your field with an intensive one-year Honours degree. Honours graduates benefit from advanced research, planning, critical thinking and written communication skills, and help uncover new knowledge and solutions.

In this program you will:

  • Design and conduct your own research project, or solve a real-world problem for an industry partner

  • Study relevant research methods and theories, and engage with experts in your field

  • Develop your presentation skills by delivering at least two lectures on your research progress

  • Work one-on-one with a supervisor from UniSC’s School of Creative Industries

General Eligibility

  • Completion of an undergraduate Communication degree or a related degree (AQF Level 7)

  • For entry into most USC undergraduate degree programs, you need to have completed a minimum level of education similar to successful completion of Australian Year 12 with good grades.

  • Further studies, for example, a semester or more at college or university, can also be considered for entry and may give you credit transfer towards a degree.

  • Some examples of upper secondary qualifications and a guide to the minimum grades that USC will consider are listed here. These are minimum requirements and do not guarantee entry. Some programs may require higher grades. Alternative qualifications may also be considered on a case by case basis.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

  • The IELTS score for international applicants is 6 (with no less than 5.5 in each component).

Programme Information
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Course Category

Communication


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Campus Name

Sunshine Coast


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Course Level

Undergraduate


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Duration

Full-Time, 1 year


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Available Intake

February


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IELTS Score


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Tuition Fees Range

26800,

26800, (INT)


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