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Undergraduate

Bachelor of Communication and Creative Industries

Bachelor of Communication and Creative Industries (BCCI)

Study mode
  • On-campus
  • Online
Campus
  • Ipswich
  • Springfield
  • Toowoomba
Duration
  • 3 year(s) (or part-time equivalent)
Start
  • Feb, May, Sep

Overview

  • Dynamic, expert communicators are in high demand across the world. 
  • Sectors as diverse as media, business, health, engineering, government, the sciences and creative arts need highly skilled professionals to engage their audiences. 
  • UniSQ’s Bachelor of Communication and Creative Industries is a hands-on qualification that equips you with an interdisciplinary skill set supported by technical know-how, creative problem-solving, strategic thinking, and the development of an enterprising approach to your career.  
  • This degree develops empathic creatives who are good people managers; professional communicators who can clearly articulate plans and make decisions because they are active and engaged in their community; creative entrepreneurs capable of thinking outside the box, who can collaborate and co-ordinate with others because they understand how people think and feel. 
  • Position yourself strategically in the job market, appeal to industry experts, and boost your employment edge by selecting a combination of majors and courses to ensure your skill set is adaptive and diverse. 
  • Domestic students can study abroad and complete part of this UniSQ degree overseas. Immerse yourself in new cultures, meet new people, enrich your personal development, and travel the world while studying.
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Begin your study journey today with the university rated 5/5 stars for graduates starting salaries* and start the degree that’s right for you.

*Good Universities Guide 2024

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What are the entry requirements?

The admission requirements to study a Bachelor of Communication (also known as a Bachelor of Creative Industries) will vary depending on the education provider you choose.

To study a Bachelor of Communication and Creative Industries at UniSQ you need to meet a minimum ATAR and assumed knowledge. ‘Assumed knowledge’ is the term we use to explain the minimum level of knowledge we presume you have in some subjects before you start your degree.

For further information on ATAR and assumed knowledge, please view the entry requirements section of this page for details.

Did you know, to help you meet entry requirements, we can convert your work experience, qualifications or high school studies into a selection rank? If you don’t meet the entry requirements, we have many pathway options you can explore.

Do you still have questions? Get in touch with one of our iconnect support staff to talk through your options.

How long does an undergraduate degree in communication take to complete?

The duration of a Bachelor of Communication and Creative Industries ( also known as a Bachelor of Communication or Bachelor of Creative Industries) will vary, depending on the uni you choose to study with.

At UniSQ a Bachelor of Communication and Creative Industries will take you approximately three years to complete. Some students choose to study part-time which increases the time it takes to finish the required courses.

The benefit of flexible study is you can study a Bachelor of Communication and Creative Industries on your own terms, in your own time. Balance your life and family commitments with part-time study either online or on-campus study. Take one subject at a time, study over summer, or take extra subjects when life allows it. The choice is yours!

What are the career opportunities for graduates of the program?

With many career prospects to explore, the employment opportunities that may suit you will depend on the specialisation you choose to study.  

A degree in communication and creative industries can open up many opportunities for employment in a variety of settings, including:

  • creative agencies
  • government
  • non-for-profit
  • print media
  • private sectors
  • radio
  • television
  • museums/galleries
  • social media. 

Depending on the specialisation you choose, career opportunities for those holding a degree in creative industries or communication may include:

  • copywriter
  • marketer/digital marketer
  • public relations advisor
  • production manager
  • client services manager
  • graphics creator/animator
  • digital project creator
  • documentary producer/director
  • video editor
  • librarianship
  • editing and content management
  • photographic practitioner
  • programmer
  • software designer.
Why study communication and creative industries at UniSQ?
  • We are rated 5/5 stars for graduate starting salary.*
  • Fast-track your degree in communications degree by studying over three consecutive trimesters.
  • Benefit from exceptional student support during your studies. UniSQ is rated 5/5 stars for undergraduate overall educational experience.*

* Good Universities Guide, 2024.