undergraduate
Journalism and Web Media
BA(Curtin) - B-MASCOMS
Bachelor of Communications
| Location | Curtin Singapore campus |
|---|---|
| Study method | On-campus |
| Study mode | Full-time or part-time |
| Intake | February, July, November |
| Duration | 16 months full-time (4 trimesters) or part-time equivalent |
- Journalism: Learn print and broadcast journalism theory and practice. Learn how to communicate effectively, produce news and current affairs material for print and electronic media and the legal and ethical rules that govern the profession. You will learn the professional aspects of journalism practice, the history and economics of the media, social and ethical issues, together with a theoretical understanding of media law and regulation.
- Web Media: The Web Media stream provides a pathway to a career in the expanding field of web-based media and communications, from website creation to online community management. The stream emphasises social media and networking, and units involve practical components together with core concepts, giving you the necessary understanding and skills you need in the socially productive and culturally rich online environment.
Admission criteria
Qualifications
- Successful completion of the Diploma of Arts and Creative Industries.
- A recognised diploma in related field will be assessed for entry into the second year.
- A local polytechnic diploma in related field will be assessed for entry into the third year.
Minimum English language entry requirements
| IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Writing | 6.0 | |||
| Speaking | 6.0 | |||
| Reading | 6.0 | |||
| Listening | 6.0 | |||
| Overall band score | 6.5 |
Other notes
Local polytechnic diploma qualifications are accepted into the course.
Fees
| Tuition fee for local students | |
|---|---|
| Total tuition fee | S$25,144 |
| Payable over four trimester instalments |
| Tuition fee for international students | |
|---|---|
| Total tuition fee | S$35,920 |
| Payable over four trimester instalments |
All fees are inclusive of 7% GST. Fees listed are indicative and subject to annual increases.
Career opportunities
This course can help you become a:
- Journalist
- Copywriter
- Communications Officer
- Web Communications Consultant
- Social Media Advisor
- Web Designer, Developer, Writer or Editor
- Online Writer
- Digital Content Creator
Credit for previous study
If you have previously studied in this field, you are encouraged to contact Curtin Singapore to discuss eligibility for Credit for Recognised Learning (credit for unit exemptions). A local polytechnic diploma in related field will be assessed for entry into the third year.
Course Structure
Credits needed to graduate: 400.
Each unit is 25 credits unless stated otherwise.
Trimester 3
- Introduction to Journalism – Broadcast
- News Writing and Reporting
- Asian Media in Transition
- Digital Culture and Everyday Life
Trimester 4
Trimester 5
- Media Law
- The Digital Economy
- Elective
- Elective
Trimester 6
- Radio News
- Web Media
- Elective
- Elective
Units are not necessarily shown in the order studied. Units are subject to change.