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Universities New Zealand Ara Institute of Canterbury City Campus Courses Bachelor of Broadcasting Communications (Journalism)

Bachelor of Broadcasting Communications (Journalism)
at Ara Institute of Canterbury City Campus

Christchurch, New Zealand

Tuition Fee NZ$ 25,527
Country Rank#18
Duration36 Months
Score IELTS: 6

Program Overview

Prepare to face the world of broadcast and online news and current affairs head-on with our internationally renowned journalism degree.
Our Bachelor of Broadcasting Communications degree specialising in journalism is a highly practical programme providing you with the skills and theory to break news stories and be actively involved with the production of news for radio, television or online media.

Early in your studies you'll gain a strong grounding in broadcasting and communications theory, writing and researching news bulletins for our radio station. You'll also report TV news stories for broadcast and online.

In close collaboration with our media partners, our programme has been designed to produce graduates who will meet the needs of the industry. Our 24-week industry internship gives you more real-world experience, builds your industry contacts and gives you a real edge when it comes to securing your first job.

Course Content
Level 5

Core courses
- Media Ecology
- Fundamental Media Skills and Context
- Journalism
Level 6

Core courses
- Documentary and Storytelling
- Advanced Journalism
Level 7

Core courses
- Media Production Unit
Entry Requirement
NCEA Level 3 (60 credits at Level 3 and 20 credits at Level 2 or higher) which must include 14 credits at Level 3 in each of 3 subjects from the list of approved subjects*
- one of these subjects must include 14 literacy credits at Level 3
and Numeracy* - 10 credits at Level 1 or above (specified achievement standards, or unit standards 26623, 26626, 26627)

OR New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 4) Ara Broadcasting and Media Pathway

OR Certificate in University Preparation (CUP)

Due to Covid-19 disruption, if you studied and achieved NCEA Level 3 during 2020, you only need 12 credits per Level 3 subject (i.e. total of 36 credits). Literacy and Numeracy requirements remain the same

If you have undertaken examinations other than NCEA (e.g. International Baccalaureate, Cambridge Examination), Ara will assess your qualification for academic entry equivalency.

Overall IELTS 6.0 Academic
- 5.5 Listening
- 5.5 Reading
- 5.5 Writing
- 5.5 Speaking
Fees & Scholarships
International Fee

$25,527 per year
Career Prospect
As a graduate of this programme you will be ready to establish a career as a journalist, working in newsrooms throughout the country as a reporter, digital editor, presenter, producer or researcher.

Cost Of Studying At Ara Institute of Canterbury City Campus

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

Loans Sanctioned

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Bachelor of Broadcasting Communications (Journalism) at Ara Institute of Canterbury City Campus