Bachelor of Communications (Journalism Communication and Web Media Specialisation) (Curtin Singapore)

Course Information

Course Type
Full-time
Fees (Local Students)
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Fees (Foreign Students)
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Duration
16 months full-time (4 trimesters) or part-time equivalent
Intake Months
February, July, November
Programme Grant
No student grant for this course.
Class Schedule
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Assessment Method
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Description

Course overview

Journalism Communication: The study of journalism encompasses many of the most important areas for learning and discussion in the world right now: truth, fake news, freedom of speech, cancel culture, democratic structures, media literacy, and critical thinking. Students in the Journalism Communication Specialisation learn practical reporting skills such as research, interviewing, writing and presenting. They are introduced to contemporary multimedia journalism and learn how to report for audio, video and online.

Web Media: This specialisation provides a pathway to a career in the expanding field of web-based media and communications, from website creation to online community management. It emphasises social media and networking, and units combine practical components with core concepts to give you the necessary understanding and skills you need in the online environment.

Entry Requirements

Qualifications

  • Successful completion of the Diploma of Arts and Creative Industries.
  • A recognised diploma in related field will be assessed for entry into the second year.
  • A local polytechnic diploma in related field will be assessed for entry into the third year.

Minimum English language entry requirements

IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System)        
Writing 6.0      
Speaking 6.0      
Reading 6.0      
Listening 6.0      
Overall band score 6.5      

Other notes

Local polytechnic diploma qualifications are accepted into the course.

View the full list of entry requirements.

Career Opportunities

This course can help you become a:

  • Journalist
  • Copywriter
  • Communications Officer
  • Web Communications Consultant
  • Social Media Advisor
  • Web Designer, Developer, Writer or Editor
  • Online Writer
  • Digital Content Creator

Modules

Credits needed to graduate: 400.

Each unit is 25 credits unless stated otherwise.

Trimester 3

  • Introduction to Journalism – Broadcast
  • News Writing and Reporting
  • Asian Media in Transition
  • Digital Culture and Everyday Life

Trimester 4

  • Media, Culture and Consumption
  • Writing on the Web
  • Elective
  • Elective

Trimester 5

  • Media Law and Ethics 
  • The Digital Economy
  • Elective
  • Elective

Trimester 6

  • Radio News
  • Web Media
  • Media and Communications Capstone (50 credits)

Units are not necessarily shown in the order studied. Units are subject to change.

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