Bachelor of Journalism majoring in Politics
Adelaide University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 04249J
The Bachelor of Journalism majoring in Politics equips you with the skills to navigate a fast-paced, information-driven world. With a solid foundation in journalism, political insight and reporting expertise, you'll be able to effectively communicate complex issues clearly and persuasively. Learn how to craft engaging stories across text-based, audio, video and immersive media formats. Explore the impact of politics on society and communities. Hands-on projects and real-world experience connect theory with practice. Gain the skills to tackle the ethical and practical challenges of modern journalism. Graduate with the ability to confidently make an impact in roles such as political journalist, media analyst or policy adviser. Bring an informed perspective to public conversations and become a respected voice in shaping the way society understands politics and policies.
Structure
144 units
Subjects
- An Ethically Rich Life COREX001
- Fact or Fiction: Data for Everyone COREX002
- Igniting Change: Ideas to Action COREX003
- Proppa Ways, Future Practice COREX004
- Responsible AI: Bridging Ethics, Education and Industry COREX005
- Ways of Being, Ways of Seeing COREX006
- Journalism Foundations JOUR1000
- News Writing JOUR1004
- Introduction to Broadcast JOUR1005
- Multimedia Journalism JOUR1006
- Audio Journalism JOUR1007
- Journalism Theory and Practice JOUR2000
- Feature Writing JOUR2001
- Television and Video Journalism JOUR2002
- Constructive Journalism JOUR3000
- Journalism Production JOUR3001
- Investigative Journalism JOUR3002
- Media Law, Policy and Ethics MDIA2022
- Introduction to Australian Politics POLI1000
- Policy and Practice in Australian Politics POLI2000
- The Politics of Exclusion POLI2001
- Australian Electoral Democracy POLI3000
- Cyberpolitics POLI3001
- Environment and Citizenship POLI3002
- Introduction to Politics POLI4000
- Passions and Interests: The History of Greed SOCI2001
- Journalism Professional Experience JOUR3900
Standard entry requirements
- Secondary education (Year 12).
- Completion of a secondary education qualification equivalent to the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE).
- Vocational Education and Training (VET).
- Completion of an award from a registered training organisation (RTO) at Certificate IV (AQF level 4) or higher.
- Higher education study.
- Successful completion of at least 6 months full-time study (or equivalent part-time) in a higher education award program.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Magill Campus | International: $130,200 | No |
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