The Bachelor of Communicationat UQ puts you at the centre of the contemporary information society and economy. You will develop knowledge of communication and communication processes. You will also become a more effective communicator.
Communication straddles many aspects of life and work. In the core courses you will develop understanding and skills in a number of areas ? visual, written, multimedia and spoken and interpersonal communication ? and in researching and exploring communications.
You then specialise by choosing a major in Communication and Culture, Public Relations, Mass Communication or Organisational Communication.
To complete your program, you choose free electives, a second major, or a smaller minor in one of the four areas or in Advertising, Interaction Design, or Health Communication. All combine practice and theory and provide a platform for either employment or further study.
Communication is an expanding area of employment and the Bachelor of Communication is a preparation for careers in public relations, advertising, media planning and analysis; film and television; web design and management; business communication; health promotion, and many more. Further study can lead to careers in teaching communication at all levels.
