Bachelor of Journalism and Broadcast Media
Edith Cowan University (ECU)
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00279B
New course for 2025. Journalism is a vital component of a strong democracy and a powerful tool for social change. Broadcasting is the best way to tell that story - online, on radio, or TV, and through socials. In this course youll develop the skills to go beyond traditional reporting practices and using all media platforms to explore issues related to social justice, climate change, diversity, and inclusivity. The course focuses on teaching news, entertainment and sports reporting and presenting. Youll also learn how to monetize content to work as a freelancer.
Structure
Total Credit Points 360
Subjects
- JBM1600 Radio and Podcast Production
- JBM1605 Fundamentals of Journalism
- Elective Unit Unit from elective sequence, recommended electives or alternative elective option
- Elective Unit Unit from elective sequence, recommended electives or alternative elective option
- JBM1610 Journalism, TV and Streaming
- JBM1615 Media Law and Ethics
- JBM1620 Editing for TV and Streaming
- Elective Unit Unit from elective sequence, recommended electives or alternative elective option
- JBM2600 Storytelling and Social Media Influence
- JBM2605 Introduction to Radio Newsroom
- CMM2600 Digital Content Creation
- Elective Unit Unit from elective sequence, recommended electives or alternative elective option
- JBM2610 Sport and Entertainment Reporting
- JBM2650 Newsroom Editing and Publishing
- Elective Unit Unit from elective sequence, recommended electives or alternative elective option
- JBM3650 Radio Newsroom
- Elective Unit Unit from elective sequence, recommended electives or alternative elective option
- Elective Unit Unit from elective sequence, recommended electives or alternative elective option
- JBM3600 Investigative and Data Journalism
- JBM3660 TV Newsroom
- Elective Unit Unit from elective sequence, recommended electives or alternative elective option
- PHO1625 Camera Work and Lighting
- PHO2605 Film Photography and Darkroom Practices
- PHO2610 Photography Reimagined
- PHO3605 Photography and Visual Storytelling
- CMM1605 Communication Campaigns
- CMM1615 Media Content Strategy
- CMM2605 Principles of Inclusive Communication
- CMM2610 Strategic Branding
- IAS2340 BlaK Matters: Indigenous Sci-fi and Futurisms, Ancient Knowledge for an Exciting Future
- SPR1615 Introduction to Studio Production
- SPR2605 Experiments in Screen
- WRT2605 Writing Creative Non-Fiction
- ENG1060 English Grammar for Professionals
- TSM2202 Introduction to Event Management
- WRT3605 Creative Writing and the Market
- VIS1805 Dialogues with Art
- SBL1500 Ethics and Responsibility in Business
- SPM2510 Marketing in Global Sport Business
- MKT2608 Consumer Behaviour
- SAH2650 Professional Experience: Internship or Project
- SAH3650 Professional Placement 1
- SAH3660 Professional Placement 2
Standard entry requirements
- AQF Cert IV
- Successfully completed 0.25 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent)
- Undergraduate Certificate
- Special Tertiary Admissions Test
- University Preparation Course
- Indigenous University Orientation Course
- Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment or
- Experience Based Entry Scheme.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ECU City | International: $113,100 | No |
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