Duration

4 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)

Commencing 2020

Semester 1 (24 Feb, 2020)
Semester 2 (03 Aug, 2020)

Program level

Undergraduate

Units

64

Faculties

Humanities and Social Sciences
Science Faculty

Teaching Location

St Lucia

Delivery mode

Internal

Course lists

Courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelors of Science / Journalism:


Component Degrees

Component Degrees that make up the Bachelors of Science / Journalism:


Dual Degree Planner

Bachelors of Science / Journalism

AQF level

Refer to your component degrees for AQF level.

Fees for Australian students

When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.

If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the program rules, the Bachelor of Science course list and the Bachelor of Journalism course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.

Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.

If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.

How to apply

Applications must be lodged via the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.

Closing Date

Please refer to the QTAC website (www.qtac.edu.au) for details of closing dates for the submission of applications, documentation and changes of preference.

How to apply

Enquiries for Australian students

Faculty of Science

Email: enquire@science.uq.edu.au

Phone: 07 3365 1888

Web: http://www.science.uq.edu.au/

Duration

4 Years full-time

Commencing 2020

Semester 1 (24 Feb, 2020)
Semester 2 (03 Aug, 2020)

Program level

Undergraduate

Units

64

Faculties

Humanities and Social Sciences
Science Faculty

Teaching Location

St Lucia

Delivery mode

Internal

Course lists

Courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelors of Science / Journalism:


Component Degrees

Component Degrees that make up the Bachelors of Science / Journalism:


Dual Degree Planner

Bachelors of Science / Journalism

Entry requirements

Prerequisites

Queensland Year 12 or equivalent English, Mathematics B plus one of Chemistry or Physics. View the equivalent qualifications for international students.

CRICOS Code: 043735E

English Proficiency

IELTS Academic - overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ

TOEFL IBT - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.

TOEFL PB - Overall 570, listening 54, reading 54, writing 59/5.

Pearson Academic- Overall Score 64, and 60 in all sub bands.

BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.

CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.

OET is not accepted.

view the English proficiency policy.

View the entry requirements for international students.

AQF level

Refer to your component degrees for AQF level.

Fees for International students

When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.

If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the program rules, the Bachelor of Science course list and the Bachelor of Journalism course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.

Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.

If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.

How to apply

Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.

Closing Date

To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.

To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.

Apply Online

Enquiries for International students

International Student Advisor

Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980

Web: http://www.science.uq.edu.au/

Enquire online

Why study the Bachelors of Science / Journalism?

Students can combine the flexibility of a Science degree with a professional Journalism qualification. While attaining media, communication and journalism skills, students can either have a broad scientific background or specialise in an area.

This program has been revised from 2021. Students who commenced in the program from 2021 should refer to the:

  • Bachelor of Science / Journalism — 2496.
  • If you are interested in further information about the revised program structure, please contact the Faculty of Science Student Enquiries Office.

    What you can study

    Course Lists

    Courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelors of Science / Journalism :

    Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.

    Majors/Specialisations

    Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the major(s) that are of interest to you for more information.

    Bachelor of Science

    Honours

    Honours is available as an additional year of study.

    Study options

    Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:

    How to apply

    Entry requirements for Australian students

    See the Study at UQ website for admissions information

    How to apply

    Applications must be lodged via the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.

    Click here for application procedures for Australian students.

    Closing date

    Please refer to the QTAC website (www.qtac.edu.au) for details of closing dates for the submission of applications, documentation and changes of preference.

    Entry requirements for International students

    View the entry requirements for international students.

    Prerequisites

    Queensland Year 12 or equivalent English, Mathematics B plus one of Chemistry or Physics. View the equivalent qualifications for International students.

    Visa requirements

    CRICOS Code: 043735E

    English proficiency

    IELTS Academic - overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ

    TOEFL IBT - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.

    TOEFL PB - Overall 570, listening 54, reading 54, writing 59/5.

    Pearson Academic- Overall Score 64, and 60 in all sub bands.

    BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.

    CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.

    OET is not accepted.

    View the English proficiency policy.

    How to apply

    Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.

    Apply Online

    Closing date

    To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.

    To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.

    What it costs

    Fees for Australian students

    When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.

    If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the program rules, the Bachelor of Science course list and the Bachelor of Journalism course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.

    Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.

    If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.

    Fees for International students

    When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.

    If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the program rules, the Bachelor of Science course list and the Bachelor of Journalism course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.

    Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.

    If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.

    Additional costs

    • Courses that include a field trip component may incur additional costs to cover transport, accommodation and food.

    What you can do with a Bachelors of Science / Journalism

    Careers

    Refer to Bachelor of Science and the Bachelor of Journalism for employment details.

    Program rules for the Bachelors of Science / Journalism

    To complete the Bachelors of Science / Journalism

    To fulfil the requirements of the Bachelors of Science / Journalism, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.

    For more information on program requirements, please contact the Faculty.

    Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.