Faculty of Creative Arts
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Bachelor of Journalism - Bachelor of Science

Testamur Title of Degree:

Bachelor of Journalism - Bachelor of Science

Abbreviation:

BJour-BSc

Home Faculty:

Creative Arts

Duration:

4.5 years full-time or part-time equivalent

Total Credit Points:

216

Delivery Mode:

On campus (Face-to-face)

Starting Session(s):

Autumn

Location:

Wollongong

UOW Course Code:

859 (Faculty of Science majors)
859_1 (Faculty of Health & Behavioural Sciences majors)

UAC Code:

751663

CRICOS Code:

058982M

Overview

The Bachelor of Journalism - Bachelor of Science double degree recognises the value of scientific discoveries to society and the important role the media performs in highlighting and explaining the significance of those discoveries or developments. The decision to offer a double degree with Science also acknowledges that there are employment opportunities in the mainstream media for people who have skills in scientific disciplines. Finally, it acknowledges that scientists may be looking to improve their writing and presentation skills so that they can more effectively present their research in specialist and generalist publications.

Entry Requirements

See requirements for each degree.

Credit Arrangements

Students seeking credit transfer are advised to contact the Faculty of Creative Arts or UniAdvice for further details and refer to the General Course Rules.

Course Requirements

Students are required to:

    • complete at least 108 credit points from the Course Structure of the Bachelor of Journalism, including all compulsory subjects, three journalism electives and subjects required for one Specialist Stream

    • complete a major from a Bachelor of Science from the Faculty of Science (see entry for the Bachelor of Science in the Faculty of Science) OR the Physics major from the Faculty of Engineering (see entry for the Bachelor of Science (Physics)) OR a major from the Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences (see entry for the Bachelor of Science in the Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences)

    • where necessary, undertake elective subjects from the Course Structures of the Bachelor of Journalism, or the Science/Engineering Physics/ Health and Behavioural Sciences Schedule, or from the General Schedule to ensure that at least 216 credit points have been completed.

Students must consult academic advisors from both Faculties about selecting appropriate subjects.

For further information on Awards or Degree Rules, please see the General Course Rules.

Other Information

For further information see Policy Guidelines for Double Degrees.