University of South Australia
Bachelor of Journalism
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationUniSA Online’s Bachelor of Journalism combines essential journalistic knowledge and skills with digital proficiency and an entrepreneurial mindset. You’ll learn about the role that news plays in peoples’ lives, delving into contemporary issues like the impact of media ownership, technological disruption, and reporting in the age of disinformation.
Throughout your studies, you’ll hone your critical thinking and analytical skills, build your knowledge of media law and ethics, copyright and investigative reporting practices, and build in-depth knowledge of emerging technological practices and their application in reporting, including data analysis, infographics and visual journalism.
You’ll be ready to take on the multi-platform delivery of news required of contemporary journalists and communication professionals.
Delivery mode
University of South Australia offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- Completed Year 12 (ATAR optional) with ATAR 60.80 or equivalent
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Journalism will prepare you for the following roles.
Broadcaster
Broadcasters are the people who announce the news, host talkshows, and present radio programs. They traditionally work for television networks, rad...
Content Creator
A Content Creator produces media content on a range of digital platforms. You might write articles or blogs, film videos or clips or produce illust...
Content Writer
A Content Writer prepares material used in a range of formats. You might produce content used on digital platforms such as websites or social media...
Feature Writer
Feature Writers are professional journalists who write feature stories for newspapers, magazines, and online publications. They specialise in long-...
Journalist
A Journalist writes and presents news stories in a range of media formats. You might research news events and conduct interviews with news subjects...
Reporter
A Reporter is responsible for researching, writing, and presenting news stories across various media platforms, including television, radio, and on...
Communications Adviser
A Communications Adviser provides guidance on the release of information for a large organisation or business. You might oversee media and communic...
Media Officer
Media Officers direct the way an organisation (or an individual) interacts with the press and public media organisations. They represent politician...
Media Researcher
Media Researchers support the production team at television networks, radio stations, newspapers, and magazines, as well as non-traditional media o...
Music Journalist
A Music Journalist researches, writes, and edits articles or reviews related to music, covering events, concerts, and artist interviews for online,...
Public Affairs Consultant
A Public Affairs Consultant advises organisations on strategies to manage their relationships with government entities, media, and the public. You...
Media Advisor
A Media Advisor manages and enhances an organisation's public image through strategic communication and media relations. You might work in corporat...
Science Journalist
Science Journalists report on scientific research, breakthroughs and discoveries as well as unpack scientific theory in journals, newspaper article...
Freelance Writer
Freelance Writers are writing professionals who work on their own terms for a range of business clients and/or media outlets. They are usually self...
Editorial Assistant
An Editorial Assistant supports the editorial team in producing content for print and digital media. You may work in publishing houses or online pl...
Foreign Correspondent
A Foreign Correspondent reports on international events and issues, often working in diverse and challenging environments. You’ll conduct research,...
News Reporter
A News Reporter researches, investigates, and reports on current events, presenting news stories across various media platforms, including televisi...
Radio Presenter
A Radio Presenter engages audiences by delivering news, music, and entertainment through live or recorded broadcasts while also conducting intervie...
Arts Journalist
An Arts Journalist covers topics related to the arts, including visual arts, theatre, music, and literature. You’ll research and write articles, re...
Critic
Critics thrive on the latest trends in food, fashion, literature, film, fashion, music, TV, and popular culture. They critique and review movies, t...
About University of South Australia
The University of South Australia is Australia’s University of Enterprise. Our culture of innovation is anchored around global and national links to academic, research and industry partners. Our graduates are the new urban professionals, global citizens at ease with the world and ready to create and respond to change.
Our research is inventive and adventurous and we create new knowledge that is central to global economic and social prosperity.
