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BA/BIHTM Journalism and Mass Communication-Extended Major (Part-Time)

Course Level
Bachelors / UG

Type
Part Time

Duration
8.25 Years

Start month
March

Tuition fee

International
33832 AUD

National
8682 AUD

Application fee

International 100 AUD

National 100 AUD

Department

Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences

Scores accepted

IELTS (min)
6.5

TOEFL-IBT (min)
87

60

World University
Ranking

University of Queensland (UQ)

University Profile

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The dual degree provides students with an understanding of the business environment and its relevance to the international hotel and tourism industry. This training is complemented by the studies of society and culture and analytical and communication skills offered in the Bachelor of Arts.

When this program is studied at a standard load of four courses per semester, the final semester will comprise part-time study of only two courses. Students may decide to overload in previous semesters or undertake study in a summer semester to reduce the total duration of the program

In this major, students can study in the areas of global journalism, mass communication, digital media. It prepares graduates for jobs where critical understanding, flexibility, research, analytical and communication skills are required (including careers in journalism, digital media strategy, the media and entertainment industry, and mass communication. The Journalism and Mass Communication major provides a broader basis for careers in mass communication, journalism and the media as well as a wide range of other occupations where critical understanding, flexibility, research, analytical and communication skills and proficiency in communication are required.

Professional memberships:

Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following professional bodies:

Australian Hotels Association
Australian Institute of Travel and Tourism
Australian and New Zealand Association of Leisure Studies
Festivals and Events Association
Hotel and Catering International Management Association
International Council on Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Education
Meetings and Events Australia
Meetings Professionals International

English language requirement:

At least 6.5 overall and a minimum of 6.0 in each sub-band of the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or equivalent test.
Study Abroad and Incoming Exchange students are only required to meet the overall score (eg 6.5 IELTS or 87 TOEFL or 64 PTE( Pearson Test of English )).

Academic Requirement:

For Australian students:

OP/Entry rank:10/79
Year 12 or equivalent English, Mathematics A or B or C.

For International students:

Year 12 or equivalent English, Mathematics A or B or C.
At least 6.5 overall and a minimum of 6.0 in each sub-band of the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or equivalent test. Study Abroad and Incoming Exchange students are only required to meet the overall score (eg 6.5 IELTS or 87 TOEFL or 64 PTE( Pearson Test of English )).

Course Code Course Title

Bachelor of International Hotel and Tourism Management :

Part A:

ACCT1101 Accounting for Decision Making
LAWS1100 Business Law
MGTS1301 Introduction to Management
MGTS1601 Organisational Behaviour
MKTG1501 Foundations of Marketing
TOUR1000 Principles of Tourism, Hospitality & Events
TOUR1001 Global Cultures & Tourism
TOUR2001 Tourist and Visitor Behaviour
TOUR2007 Sustainable Tourism
TOUR2010 Applied Economics for Tourism
TOUR3008 Service Management in Tourism
TOUR3009 Professional Development

Part B:

Majors:

Event Management:

EVNT2000 Fundamentals of Event Management
EVNT2003 Special Event Management
EVNT2004 Event Marketing
EVNT3003 Event Operations Management
EVNT3004 Event Sponsorship & Fundraising
EVNT3005 Strategic Event Management

Hospitality Management:

HOSP2001 Hotel Operations
HOSP2003 Hospitality Small Business Enterprises
HOSP2004 Discourses in Hospitality
HOSP3000 Gaming and Casino Management
HOSP3003 Food and Beverage Management
HOSP3004 Hotel Industry Management

Tourism Management:

TOUR2002 Tourism and Leisure Operations Management
TOUR2008 Tourism and Leisure Futures
TOUR2009 Destination and Experience Marketing
TOUR3001 Tourism Policy and Planning
TOUR3006 Responsible Tourism and Ethics
TOUR3007 Strategic Tourism Management

Part H:

Honours:

TOUR6005 Industry Research and Consultancy
TOUR6035 Advanced Research Methods and Analysis
[TOUR6033 Critical Issues in Tourism, Hospitality & Events (or)
[TOUR6034 Change & Innovation in Tourism, Hospitality & Events
[TOUR6007 Honours Thesis A (or)
[TOUR6008 Honours Thesis B

Journalism and Mass Communication-Extended Major:

COMU2030 Communication Research Methods
JOUR2221 International Journalism & Mass Communication
COMU2311 Communication for Social Change
JOUR3401 Journalism Project
JOUR3401 Journalism Project

Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.Domestic applications for admission to all undergraduate programs are made online hrough the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC).If you are not a current Year 12 applicant, you will be asked to include details of any previous studies and any subsequent tertiary study (e.g. university or TAFE studies). If you believe your work experience is relevant to your application, please provide supporting documentation.

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About this course

The dual degree provides students with an understanding of the business environment and its relevance to the international hotel and tourism industry. This training is complemented by the studies of society and culture and analytical and communication skills offered in the Bachelor of Arts.

When this program is studied at a standard load of four courses per semester, the final semester will comprise part-time study of only two courses. Students may decide to overload in previous semesters or undertake study in a summer semester to reduce the total duration of the program

In this major, students can study in the areas of global journalism, mass communication, digital media. It prepares graduates for jobs where critical understanding, flexibility, research, analytical and communication skills are required (including careers in journalism, digital media strategy, the media and entertainment industry, and mass communication. The Journalism and Mass Communication major provides a broader basis for careers in mass communication, journalism and the media as well as a wide range of other occupations where critical understanding, flexibility, research, analytical and communication skills and proficiency in communication are required.

Professional memberships:

Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following professional bodies:

Australian Hotels Association
Australian Institute of Travel and Tourism
Australian and New Zealand Association of Leisure Studies
Festivals and Events Association
Hotel and Catering International Management Association
International Council on Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Education
Meetings and Events Australia
Meetings Professionals International

Check further details on University website

Eligibility Criteria

English language requirement:

At least 6.5 overall and a minimum of 6.0 in each sub-band of the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or equivalent test.
Study Abroad and Incoming Exchange students are only required to meet the overall score (eg 6.5 IELTS or 87 TOEFL or 64 PTE( Pearson Test of English )).

Academic Requirement:

For Australian students:

OP/Entry rank:10/79
Year 12 or equivalent English, Mathematics A or B or C.

For International students:

Year 12 or equivalent English, Mathematics A or B or C.
At least 6.5 overall and a minimum of 6.0 in each sub-band of the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or equivalent test. Study Abroad and Incoming Exchange students are only required to meet the overall score (eg 6.5 IELTS or 87 TOEFL or 64 PTE( Pearson Test of English )).

Check further details on University website

Course Modules

Course Code Course Title

Bachelor of International Hotel and Tourism Management :

Part A:

ACCT1101 Accounting for Decision Making
LAWS1100 Business Law
MGTS1301 Introduction to Management
MGTS1601 Organisational Behaviour
MKTG1501 Foundations of Marketing
TOUR1000 Principles of Tourism, Hospitality & Events
TOUR1001 Global Cultures & Tourism
TOUR2001 Tourist and Visitor Behaviour
TOUR2007 Sustainable Tourism
TOUR2010 Applied Economics for Tourism
TOUR3008 Service Management in Tourism
TOUR3009 Professional Development

Part B:

Majors:

Event Management:

EVNT2000 Fundamentals of Event Management
EVNT2003 Special Event Management
EVNT2004 Event Marketing
EVNT3003 Event Operations Management
EVNT3004 Event Sponsorship & Fundraising
EVNT3005 Strategic Event Management

Hospitality Management:

HOSP2001 Hotel Operations
HOSP2003 Hospitality Small Business Enterprises
HOSP2004 Discourses in Hospitality
HOSP3000 Gaming and Casino Management
HOSP3003 Food and Beverage Management
HOSP3004 Hotel Industry Management

Tourism Management:

TOUR2002 Tourism and Leisure Operations Management
TOUR2008 Tourism and Leisure Futures
TOUR2009 Destination and Experience Marketing
TOUR3001 Tourism Policy and Planning
TOUR3006 Responsible Tourism and Ethics
TOUR3007 Strategic Tourism Management

Part H:

Honours:

TOUR6005 Industry Research and Consultancy
TOUR6035 Advanced Research Methods and Analysis
[TOUR6033 Critical Issues in Tourism, Hospitality & Events (or)
[TOUR6034 Change & Innovation in Tourism, Hospitality & Events
[TOUR6007 Honours Thesis A (or)
[TOUR6008 Honours Thesis B

Journalism and Mass Communication-Extended Major:

COMU2030 Communication Research Methods
JOUR2221 International Journalism & Mass Communication
COMU2311 Communication for Social Change
JOUR3401 Journalism Project
JOUR3401 Journalism Project

Check further details on University website

How to Apply

Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.Domestic applications for admission to all undergraduate programs are made online hrough the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC).If you are not a current Year 12 applicant, you will be asked to include details of any previous studies and any subsequent tertiary study (e.g. university or TAFE studies). If you believe your work experience is relevant to your application, please provide supporting documentation.

Check further details on University website

Report inaccuracy in this page

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