Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre

Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Journalism
731602
Sciences, Humanities and social sciences
Students combine the flexibility of a science degree with a professional journalism qualification. Their science studies build general scientific knowledge, technical and practical skills. Students specialise in one scientific dis […]
Full time Part time
Course Fee
CSP/$11790 (1st year contribution)
The University of Queensland - St Lucia
Start Date
Feb 2026
Jul 2026
Duration

4 years Full time or 8 years Part time

Offer Rounds
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Course outline

Students combine the flexibility of a science degree with a professional journalism qualification. Their studies prepare them as skilled, reflective and adaptable journalists. They can mix and match courses from general science and non-science disciplines. To deepen their expertise, they can choose majors, minors, or extended majors. At UQ, students have access to one of the broadest selections of science disciplines in Australia. They can tailor their studies to match their interests or career goals. Students gain real-world experience through employability and work-integrated learning opportunities. These include internships, industry placements, research projects, and international study programs. In the journalism component, students develop a deep understanding of journalism, media, and communication contexts. They build strong language skills and the analytical rigor of scientific training. Students gain a thorough understanding of the relationship between science and the media. They are well equipped for success in an evolving careers market. For more information, visit Bachelors of Science/Journalism at UQ.

The University of Queensland

Majors

Applied mathematics; archaeological science; biochemistry and molecular biology; bioinformatics; biomedical science; cell biology; chemistry; coastal and ocean science; computer science; earth science, ecology and conservation biology; environmental science; food science and nutrition; food technology; genetics; geographical science; marine biology; mathematics; microbiology; physics; plant science; psychology; public health; statistics; zoology. 34 minors and 16 extended majors are also available.

Admissions Criteria

For additional information about the admissions criteria for UQ and for this course, refer to UQ’s website.

Prerequisites

English, Literature, English and Literature Extension or English as an Additional Language (Units 3 and 4, C); Mathematical Methods (Units 3 and 4, C); One of Chemistry, Biology, Physics or Earth and Environmental Science (Units 3 and 4, C)

Minimum Selection thresholds (ATAR/Selection Rank) for semester/trimester/term 1, 2025
80.00
ATAR/Selection Rank profile for those offered places wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR/Selection Rank for semester/trimester/term 1, 2025

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ATAR/Selection Rank excluding adjustment factors

99.05

ATAR/Selection Rank including adjustment factors

99.95

ATAR/Selection Rank excluding adjustment factors

93.75

ATAR/Selection Rank including adjustment factors

93.75

ATAR/Selection Rank excluding adjustment factors

78.30

ATAR/Selection Rank including adjustment factors

80.30

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.

Student Profile by Applicant background for semester/trimester/term 1, 2025

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Career opportunities

Environmental and science communication; journalism; digital content production; foreign media correspondence; specialist content writing.

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