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Universities Australia University of the Sunshine Coast Courses Bachelor of Business / Communication

Bachelor of Business / Communication
at University of the Sunshine Coast

Sunshine Coast, Australia

Tuition Fee AU$ 24,400
Country Rank#35
Duration48 Months
Score IELTS: 6

Program Overview

Effective communication skills are among the most sought-after skills in any modern business. This double degree teaches the foundations of clear, accurate and engaging communication within a range of contexts, including social media, marketing, and video production. Develop core business knowledge needed to succeed in areas such as strategy implementation, organisational learning and growth.

In this program you will:

Study core communication disciplines and become job-ready for a range of media, marketing and communication roles
Build a diverse skillset by studying core business concepts like management, marketing, economics and international business
Develop briefs and communication campaigns, work with real clients and projects, and experience work as part of an agency

Course Content
Introductory courses (12) 144 units
- ACC106 Accounting Principles
- BUS101 Exploring Business Research
- BUS102 Economics for Business
- BUS104 Discovering Management
- BUS105 Marketing Essentials
- BUS108 Information Systems in Organisations
- CMN101 Introduction to Creative Entrepreneurship
- CMN106 Contemporary Communication Theory and Trends
- CMN107 Communication for the Creative Professional
- CMN109 Editing for Professionals
- CMN120 Introduction to Contemporary Global Media and Communication
- CMN150 Digital Journalism
Developing courses (1) 12 units
- BUS203 Business Law
Graduate courses (3) 36 units
- BUS306 World of Work: Your Pathway to Employment
- BUS320 Business, Governance and Society
- CMN314 Global Communication
PLUS SELECT 1 COURSE (1) 12 UNITS FROM:
- BCI300 Work Integrated Learning Project
- BCI301 Work Integrated Learning Placement
- BCI302 Work Integrated Learning Project
- BCI303 Work Integrated Learning Placement
Business Major courses (8) 96 units
- Business Administration
- Digital Futures
- Economics and Finance
- Human Resource Management
- Marketing
- Small Business Management
- Tourism, Leisure and Event Management
Communication Major courses (8) 96 units
- Journalism
- Social Media
Entry Requirement
For entry into most USC undergraduate degree programs, you need to have completed a minimum level of education similar to successful completion of Australian Year 12 with good grades.

Further studies, for example, a semester or more at college or university, can also be considered for entry and may give you credit transfer towards a degree.

Some examples of upper secondary qualifications and a guide to the minimum grades that USC will consider are listed here. These are minimum requirements and do not guarantee entry. Some programs may require higher grades. Alternative qualifications may also be considered on a case by case basis.

English Language Requirement
- IELTS (Academic) Overall score of 6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each subtest
- TOEFL iBT Overall score of 76 with minimum score of 21 for writing
Fees & Scholarships
Annual tuition fee ($AUD)

A$24,400
Career Prospect
- Advertising executive
- Content strategist
- Copywriter
- Corporate communications office
- Creative director
- Entrepreneur
- Innovation manager
- Marketing coordinator
- Public relations officer
- Social media manager

Cost Of Studying At University of the Sunshine Coast

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

Loans Sanctioned

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Bachelor of Business / Communication at University of the Sunshine Coast