Study Bachelor of Communication (Journalism) at RMIT University in Australia, College of Design and Social Context

About this course

About this course
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

In the Bachelor of Communication (Journalism), you will learn how to create high quality journalism which will be broadcast or published in the City Journal, Channel 31 and RRR. This degree is highly regarded by the news industry for its blend of theory and practice. By the end of your studies, you will have the practical and theoretical knowledge to begin a career in journalism, in Australia or abroad, and be able to show employers evidence of your skills and achievements with a professional portfolio of published work. Alumni are employed in all major news organisations in Australia and international news agencies. As a graduate of this degree, you will be prepared for an entry level position as a journalist, or well-equipped to pursue roles such as corporate communication specialist, media advisor and content producer.

Which department am I in?

College of Design and Social Context

CRICOS

048668D

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees

A$39,360.00 (US$ 25,939) per year

OSHC (health insurance) - AUD 500–800/year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

July 2026

Venue

Melbourne City Campus

124 La Trobe Street,

Melbourne,

Victoria,

3000, Melbourne, Australia

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees

A$39,360.00 (US$ 25,939) per year

OSHC (health insurance) - AUD 500–800/year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

25/02/2026

Start date

March 2026

Venue

Melbourne City Campus

124 La Trobe Street,

Melbourne,

Victoria,

3000, Melbourne, Australia

Entry requirements

For international students

To study this program you will need to complete one of the fYou must have successfully completed a qualification recognised by RMIT as equivalent to the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) with a minimum average of 65% . International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma - 25Equivalent qualifications may also include completion of the RMIT Foundation Studies program or a recognised post secondary diploma in the relevant discipline with the required grades.Meeting the minimum academic requirements does not guarantee entry. Your application will still need to be assessed and accepted.ollowing English proficiency tests:

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.