4 years Full time or 8 years Part time
Prepare to be a catalyst for change and advocate in the ever-evolving landscape of communications, public policy and leadership. With this vertical double degree program integrating a Bachelor of Communication and Master of Public Policy and Leadership, you’ll gain the expert skills to shape a better future for generations to come. This program offers a comprehensive understanding of the diversity and complexities of the contemporary communication and media landscape, and how to establish your career as a change maker in design, implementation, evaluation and administration of public policy. You will develop advanced writing skills, multimedia production abilities, and the capacity to think both laterally and creatively. You will be able to use these skills to engage the challenges of public service leadership at personal, community and global levels. Career readiness and employability programs are integrated throughout the degrees. You will have the opportunity to undertake case studies, internships, and collaborative projects with leading organisations, gaining practical experience and building a professional network before you graduate. For more course information, visit Bachelor of Communication/Master of Public Policy and Leadership at GU.
Griffith University
The Bachelor of Communication may be undertaken full-time or part-time at either the Nathan or Gold Coast campus. A full-time student will generally attend 12 hours of scheduled classes per week throughout the trimester. Classes are generally scheduled during the day but some are offered during the evening between Monday and Friday. The Master of Public Policy and Leadership is delivered online. Some courses will include optional in-person workshops and discussions. Students will access course materials, participate in learning activities, lodge assessment items and access support services via Learning@Griffith. Access to a reliable computer with internet connection is essential.
Journalism and Strategic Communication
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Applicants must meet the minimum age requirements for admission, see the QTAC website for details.
Griffith Guaranteed Admission Schemes do not apply to this program.
Any General or Applied English subject (Units 3 and 4, C).
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Excluding: The lowest ATAR/Selection Rank to which an offer was made, excluding adjustment factors.
Including: The lowest ATAR/Selection Rank to which an offer was made including any adjustment factors that may have been applied.
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You will earn both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in just four years, giving you a head start in your career while saving time and tuition costs. Graduates will be well equipped to work within journalism, strategic or public relations, corporate promotions, government and inter-governmental organisations, not-for-profit and aid organisations. A public policy or administration qualification is globally recognised, and this program is designed to fit your busy personal schedules and unique professional aspirations.