C10252v1 Bachelor of Arts in Communication (Journalism) and in International Studies

Overview

This degree combines a professional degree with immersion in another language and culture, enhancing professional training and career options. The combined course seeks to augment the value of journalism by broadening awareness and understanding of another language and culture.

As media becomes increasingly global, it is more important than ever for journalists to have an understanding of international affairs and cultural perspectives other than their own. There are many opportunities for journalists to work in different countries during their career and those who are fluent in more than one language are able to take advantage of these opportunities. Career options are also enhanced by international experience, making students more marketable to prospective employers.

Career options

Career options include editors and sub-editors, feature and freelance writers, investigative journalists, media researchers, producers, publishers, reporters, and strategists in the print, broadcast and online media.

Assumed knowledge

External articulation

The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences has established credit recognition packages with the following institutions for the courses listed:

• INSEARCH UTS: Diploma of Communication
• Nanyang Polytechnic, Singapore: Diploma in Media Studies and Management
• Temasek Polytechnic: Diploma in Communication and Media Management
• Ngee Ann Polytechnic, Singapore: Diploma in Mass Communication.

Course duration and attendance

The course is offered on a five-year, full-time basis. Students spend two semesters of study at a university or other higher education institution in the country of their major.

Course structure

Students must complete 240 credit points, comprising 144 credit points in the communication component and 96 credit points in the international studies component. The Bachelor of Arts in International Studies requires undergraduates to study a region or country major over a minimum of three years. The Bachelor of Arts in International Studies is not offered as a separate degree, but is completed only in combination with the professional degree program.

Course program

Other information

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