Bachelor of Communication (Journalism)/Bachelor of Justice

    Bachelor of Communication (Journalism)/Bachelor of Justice

    Duration4 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 25,246 / per year
    Next IntakeSeptember 28, 2026

    Bachelor of Communication (Journalism)/Bachelor of Justice

    About

    Highlights

    • Undertake combined studies in criminology and policing, or policy and governance.
    • Undertake a work placements in a range of community and government organisations to gain real justice industry connections.
    • Prepare yourself for a dynamic career in modern journalism, whether that's writing fast and factual content, covering global affairs or hosting a criminal investigations podcast.
    • Learn fundamental skills in multimedia production, data-driven storytelling, and reporting for social justice.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Minimum English language requirements

    We accept English language proficiency scores from the following tests undertaken in a secure test centre. Tests must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement.

    English TestOverallListeningReadingWritingSpeaking
    IELTS Academic / One Skill Retake 6.5 6 6 6 6
    Cambridge English Score
    You must share your results with QUT through the Candidate Results Online website.
    176 169 169 169 169
    PTE Academic 58 50 50 50 50
    TOEFL iBT 79 16 16 21 18

    Don't have the English language score you need? We can help!

    We offer English language programs to improve your English and help you gain entry to this course.

    When you apply for this course, we will recommend which English course you should enrol in.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 50
    • IELTSMin 6
    • TOEFLMin 70

    Career

    Careers and outcomes

    Careers and outcomes

    Communication skills are a valuable addition for roles in law enforcement, government and private sector intelligence and security agencies, crime prevention agencies, and a range of community and government organisations.

    Possible careers

    • Aid work manager
    • Community worker
    • Family services officer
    • Government officer
    • Journalist
    • Media adviser
    • Ministerial policy adviser
    • Police officer (federal/state)
    • Policy adviser
    • Program evaluator
    • Program leader
    • Public prosecutor
    • Public relations officer/consultant

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    25,246 / per year

    Bachelor of Communication (Journalism)/Bachelor of Justice

    Queensland University of Technology

    Queensland University of Technology

    Australia

    Australia, Brisbane