Course Overview

Our Bachelor of Journalism is designed to help you master the digital journalism skills now expected by the media industry across all TV, audio, print, social and digital platforms. Get extensive hands-on practice in mobile journalism and data journalism, along with news research, feature writing, audio journalism, video, photography, international reporting, ethics and media law.

Become a working journalist from day one as you experience the rush of meeting deadlines and complete specialist journalism training in your chosen elective. Designed and taught by industry professionals, this course focuses on innovative practices and project-based learning. Small classes (25 or fewer students) feature personalised teaching that nurtures each student’s unique strengths. You’ll work on real stories across all media platforms, both individually and in teams, and contribute to the national award-winning student-run journalism website Hatch.

Career Outcomes

• Digital Journalist
• Editor
• Investigative Reporter
• Entertainment Reporter
• Features Writer
• Photojournalist
• Radio Producer
• Reporter
• Sports Journalist
• Travel Writer
• TV Reporter

Duration and Study Load:

• 2-3 years full-time
• 4 years part-time

About course Provider:

At Macleay, you learn by doing. Our diplomas and bachelor degrees offer you an industry-focused alternative to a traditional university experience. You’ll be taught by lecturers working in the field with real-world, contemporary briefs, equipping you with the skills, confidence and the professional networks you need to launch a successful career. Start your career on day one and choose from courses in accounting, advertising and media, business, digital media, journalism, marketing, social media or user experience design.