University Of The Sunshine Coast
Open a world of opportunities via a flexible double degree that combines creativity with industry-relevant business skills. Become adept in key areas like management, marketing and communication, and specialise in music, social media, creative writing, fashion studies and more. Take advantage of diverse opportunities in expanding creative and digital industries, or specialise in traditional areas.
In this program you will:
Study the fundamentals of contemporary business. Develop the skills and mindset needed to succeed
Develop specialist creative and technical skills and build your professional portfolio
Gain hands-on experience through internships and work placements, and grow your professional network
Nurture critical thinking, problem solving, teamwork and communication skills
Sunshine Coast, Australia
48 Months
AU$ 24,400
IELTS: 6
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
CMN103 Introduction to the Creative Industries
CMN104 Introduction to Screen and Media Industries
CMN105 Creative Production
CMN116 Playing with Words: an Introduction to Creative Writing Craft
DRA102 Exploring Twentieth Century Theatre
MUS102 Performance 1
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
TSM315 Running Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibitions (M.I.C.E) industry events
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
Creative Industries Major courses (8) 96 units
Creative Writing and Publishing
Music
Screen Media
Theatre and Performance
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
Annual tuition fee ($AUD)
A$24,400
Advertising executive
Business manager
Communications professional
Creative director
Entrepreneur
HR manager
Innovation manager
International business
Market researcher
Marketing coordinator
Tourism and hospitality manager
Writer/publisher