Bachelor of Communication (Writing and Publishing) Bachelor of International Studies

Study Writing and Publishing at UTS

If you want a degree that will open doors to a creative, international career, the UTS Bachelor of Communication (Writing and Publishing) Bachelor of International Studies is the perfect choice. In this unique dual program, you’ll acquire advanced insight into the culture and language of your choice, all while becoming an accomplished, professional writer with the capabilities required for a rewarding future.

Led by industry, this course will see you learn from award-winning authors, publishers, editors and international experts, getting hands-on to build practical competencies in writing, editing and a language other than English. Plus, with UTS’ extensive industry connections and opportunities for international exchange at our partner institutions, you’ll have everything you need to launch the global writing and publishing career of your dreams.

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Bachelor of Communication (Writing and Publishing) Bachelor of International Studies

CODE

UTS: C10370 (version 2)

CRICOS: 087767M

UAC: 609330 (Autumn Session)

LOWEST SELECTION RANK

75.10

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DURATION

5 years full time

INTAKE

Autumn Session 2025
Spring Session 2025
Autumn Session 2026
Spring Session 2026

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COURSE FEES

Indicative total tuition fee for government-supported domestic students
$89,494.29

LOCATION

City campus

What you’ll study

In your Communication degree, you’ll complete a variety of core and major stream subjects, building your knowledge and skills in writing, editing and publishing. You’ll also have the opportunity to add a second major or enhance your learning through Communications electives.

In your International Studies program, you’ll study your culture, country and language of choice, choosing from Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese and Spanish. As a capstone, you’ll get to pursue either (1) an international honours research project during a 12-month study abroad experience, (2) a 6-month global exchange and an internship where you complete an industry engagement project, or (3) an internship and industry engagement project with the option of a short study abroad experience (2-6 weeks).

Subjects at a glance

Core subjects

See all subjects and majors in the UTS Handbook

Typical course program

The outline below shows an example program for the Bachelor of Communication (Writing and Publishing) Bachelor of International Studies based on a full-time study load. Please note that your exact program may differ based on your unique circumstances, such as your commencement date, subject selections and recognition of prior learning.

Course structure

3

core Communication subjects
4

Communication Electives

or

3

Communication Electives
8

second major or elective subjects
7

core International Studies subjects
3

International Pathways subjects

or

2

International Pathways subjects

First year

You’ll commence your studies by undertaking an array of subjects in your core Communications and major streams, learning about narrative, writing and editing and digital literacies. You’ll also learn about intercultural communication as you prepare to begin your international Studies.
Second year

In your second year, you’ll learn about publishing cultures, screen story and adaptations. You’ll also begin studying your country and language of focus and pursue either a second major or electives in your communications stream.
Third year

This year, you’ll continue to advance your language abilities and understanding of your chosen country. You’ll continue working towards your second major or else pursue more disciplinary electives, choosing from topics like multimedia features, news now and strategic communication.
Fourth year

Your fourth year will see you pursue your choice of International Studies pathway. Engage in honours research during a 12-month study abroad experience, or experience 6-months of global exchange at a UTS partner university and undertake an internship where you develop vital career skills in an industry research project. Options for shorter study abroad experiences (2-6 weeks) are also available or you can choose to complete all of your fourth-year subjects at UTS.
Fifth year

In your final year, you’ll conclude any remaining core, elective or sub-major units. You’ll produce both a professional preparation project and a writing project, where you’ll apply all your learnings to create an original piece of work for publication.

First year

You’ll commence your studies by undertaking an array of subjects in your core Communications and major streams, learning about narrative, writing and editing and digital literacies. You’ll also learn about intercultural communication as you prepare to begin your international Studies.

Second year

In your second year, you’ll learn about publishing cultures, screen story and adaptations. You’ll also begin studying your country and language of focus and pursue either a second major or electives in your communications stream.

Third year

This year, you’ll continue to advance your language abilities and understanding of your chosen country. You’ll continue working towards your second major or else pursue more disciplinary electives, choosing from topics like multimedia features, news now and strategic communication.

Fourth year

Your fourth year will see you pursue your choice of International Studies pathway. Engage in honours research during a 12-month study abroad experience, or experience 6-months of global exchange at a UTS partner university and undertake an internship where you develop vital career skills in an industry research project. Options for shorter study abroad experiences (2-6 weeks) are also available or you can choose to complete all of your fourth-year subjects at UTS.

Fifth year

In your final year, you’ll conclude any remaining core, elective or sub-major units. You’ll produce both a professional preparation project and a writing project, where you’ll apply all your learnings to create an original piece of work for publication.

See typical course program in the UTS Handbook

Course highlights

Throughout this program, you'll establish skills in writing and storytelling across formats like fiction, nonfiction and screenwriting, plus professional-grade competencies in editing, publishing and research. Additionally, you'll attain extensive language capabilities and cultural knowledge of your chosen country, which you’ll hone further through your choice of pathway project.

Admissions information

This course is tailored for those eager to excel in creative writing and publishing. You will gain industry-relevant expertise from award-winning authors and professionals. The course stands out for its focus on Australian and global publishing, diverse writing formats, and transferable skills in critical thinking and storytelling.
You will acquire practical writing, editing, and publishing skills, alongside critical analysis and research abilities. The curriculum is enriched with language and culture studies, including the option to study abroad, broadening your professional scope.
Learning is interactive, with workshops that encourage you to apply concepts, collaborate, and refine your craft, culminating in a diverse writing portfolio.
By completing this course, you will be well-prepared for roles in writing, media, communication, and marketing, with the flexibility to tailor your degree with a second major, enhancing your employability across various sectors.
To hone their skills, students engage in interactive classes led by skilled practitioners. Subjects often rely on workshopping, with students learning key concepts, applying these to their own writing, and collaborating with other students to provide and receive feedback. In this way the course provides students with a brilliant opportunity to be a part of a unique writer’s studio and develop their craft, finishing with a folio of works covering key forms and genres.
Your Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) is a score between 0.00 and 99.95. It shows you how you rank compared to all the students in your year group in New South Wales. A selection rank combines your ATAR with any other adjustment points that make up your overall university entrance score. Your selection rank may differ from university to university, depending on the adjustment points granted to you at each institution.
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.
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: $89,494.29

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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Careers

Your future career

On graduation, you’ll have in-demand abilities in writing, editing, and publishing and a comprehensive understanding of your country and language of choice. You’ll create and edit works across a range of genres for any purpose and audience and have the insight and language skills to live and work abroad or in a variety of internationally-focused roles.

With this, you’ll be ready to kick-start a creative, global career as a writer, publishing professional or editor or to translate your competencies to succeed in other industries in Australia or overseas.

Career options

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Where you’ll study

Our world-class facilities support your future-focused learning and high-impact research. They enable effective partnerships with industry and provide services to our community.

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Why UTS?

Why study Communication at UTS

With a degree in Communications, you'll develop a professional portfolio and learn the skills to adapt in a rapidly evolving field.

We offer innovative and interdisciplinary media, communication and creative production programs that combine theory with practical learning and industry experience.