Bachelor of Communication (Honours)

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  This course is tailored for graduates aiming to refine their expertise in communication, social sciences, cultural studies, and creative arts, with a focus on both professional application and research readiness. Opt for this honours degree to enhance your research capabilities in preparation for advanced communication roles or further academic pursuits.

  Stand out with our distinctive interdisciplinary approach, combining academic rigour with contemporary societal and cultural relevance. You'll gain advanced knowledge and skills in communication theory and practice, underpinned by hands-on research and project work, guided by leading academics and industry experts.

  Expect to develop critical thinking, creativity, and comprehensive project management abilities, all of which are essential for success in digital media, public relations, journalism, policy, advocacy, and various creative sectors.

  This course also sets a solid foundation for postgraduate research or a research career, with your specific path influenced by your chosen discipline. Learning is interactive, blending advanced coursework with project-based assignments to ensure practical and theoretical proficiency.

  An honours degree in communication provides an excellent opportunity for students to develop their research skills for professional or higher degree communication research or creative practice. Supported by leading researchers, teachers and creative practitioners, students undertake a program of advanced coursework and produce a project relevant to their academic, professional and/or creative major.

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  If you perform highly in your Year 12 subjects, your selection rank may be boosted by the Year 12 subject scheme.

  The scheme, which is automatically applied, awards selection rank adjustments to your application based on your marks in subjects that are relevant to the courses you have applied to.

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  Employers tell us the skills our graduates acquire from undertaking a Transdisciplinary Elective sets them apart from the crowd. That’s why we have embedded this program into every undergraduate degree.

  All you need to do is choose the Elective that inspires you the most.

  Transdisciplinary Electives integrate knowledge from multiple disciplines, allowing you to approach complex problems from a range of perspectives.

  By combining methods and insights from various disciplines, transdisciplinary learning often leads to breakthrough ideas and creative innovations that may not be possible within the confines of a single discipline.

  If you find yourself rapt by the world of innovation – you can pair your core degree with a Diploma in Innovation, graduating with two qualifications in the same timeframe. 

  In both instances, you’ll work on a real-world challenge presented by an industry partner organisation – partners who often create career pathways for our graduates.

  * Excludes students concurrently enrolled in the Bachelor of Creative Intelligence and Innovation.

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  The course is offered on a one-year, full-time basis.

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  Applicants must have completed a UTS recognised bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline at an appropriate level.

  Applicants are admitted to the honours program only if appropriately qualified UTS: Communication academic staff are available for supervision for the thesis component.

  Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

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  2025 Indicative tuition fees for government-supported domestic students

  All offers for domestic undergraduate students are for Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP).This means the Australian Government contributes to your education costs, and you pay the remaining tuition fees, known as the student contribution. If eligible, you can defer payment through HECS-HELP, or you can choose to pay your fees upfront each session.  

  2025 Tuition Fees

  Indicative first-year tuition fee:  $16,992.00

  Indicative total tuition fee:  $16,992.00 

  Additional Costs 

  Your tuition fees do not include: 

  • The Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF), which supports student services and activities. If eligible, you can defer this fee using SA-HELP.
  • Textbooks, materials, and other course-related costs.
  • Any applicable payment processing fees (e.g., credit card surcharges).

  Important Information 

  • Fees are shown in Australian Dollars (AUD).
  • The indicative tuition fees above are based on full-time study (1 year = 48 credit points).
  • Your actual fees depend on the year you enrol, your study load and the subjects you choose. Some subjects fall into different student contribution bands.
  • You can calculate your student contribution based on the amounts listed in the student contribution table. 

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