Bachelor of Communication (Honours) (BCommun(Hons))
Information valid for students commencing 2013
Duration
1 Year full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2013
Semester 1 (25 Feb, 2013)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
16
Program code
2237
Faculty
Teaching Location
Ipswich, St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
A Bachelor of Communication or equivalent with a GPA of 5.0 in advanced core courses in the relevant major and completion of an appropriate research methods course.
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 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 Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences.
Closing Date
To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
How to applyEnquiries for Australian students
Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences
Email: sbs@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 7487
Duration
1 Year full-time
Commencing 2013
Semester 1 (25 Feb, 2013)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
16
Program code
2237
Faculty
Teaching Location
Ipswich, St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
A Bachelor of Communication or equivalent with a GPA of 5.0 in advanced core courses in the relevant major and completion of an appropriate research methods course.
CRICOS Code: 043736D
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6, reading 6, speaking 6, and listening 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy)
view the English proficiency policy.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 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 UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
How to applyEnquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Bachelor of Communication (Honours)?
The Honours program is based on a combination of coursework and a research thesis in the area of Communication. This degree develops advanced skills and knowledge in Communication theory, research, policy and practice. It is an interdisciplinary program that enables students to study within and across schools that specialise in various areas of Communication.
What you can study
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Communication (Honours).
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Honours
Honours is awarded based on the weighted percentage over the year of study.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
A Bachelor of Communication or equivalent with a GPA of 5.0 in advanced core courses in the relevant major and completion of an appropriate research methods course.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
A Bachelor of Communication or equivalent with a GPA of 5.0 in advanced core courses in the relevant major and completion of an appropriate research methods course.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 043736D
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6, reading 6, speaking 6, and listening 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy)
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
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 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 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.
What you can do with a Bachelor of Communication (Honours)
Careers
Graduates are prepared for a range of careers in: mediation/dispute/crisis consultancy, communication management in government and commercial agencies; interactive multi-media design and web management; advertising; negotiation and advocacy; on-line publishing and new media communications; media administration; organisational communication, strategic communication and public relations; publicist and campaign management; media policy, planning and management; mass media research; publishing, magazine and corporate publication writing; web-based education; information management; events management; communication technology.
Program rules for the Bachelor of Communication (Honours)
To complete the Bachelor of Communication (Honours)
To fulfil the requirements of the Bachelor of Communication (Honours), a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
A student is required to obtain #16 from the program list.
An honours student must have the thesis topic approved by the head of the appropriate school and the executive dean.
The thesis must be presented by the end of the final teaching week in the semester in which the student is to complete honours.
Refer to BCommun rules for further information.
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.
