Bachelor of Journalism and Professional Writing in Magill Australia | Adelaide University

Adelaide University | Magill Australia
Visit institution website for more information
Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD 34,400
(c. USD24,208)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months

Our alumni include some of Australia's most prominent media figures, with graduates securing roles at the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC), major newspapers like The Advertiser and The Australian, and commercial broadcasting networks. You'll train in cutting-edge campus facilities featuring professional-grade TV and radio studios, ensuring you graduate with hands-on experience. Opportunities include contributing to our university's internet radio station, appearing on our Channel 44 television program, or publishing work in our digital student magazine, On the Record. A final-year media internship enhances these practical abilities while expanding your professional connections.As South Australia's only program of its kind, this degree prepares you for careers in journalism and professional writing across media and communications. The focus on writing excellence also leads to opportunities in technical writing, proposal development, and marketing communications.Our campus boasts industry-standard facilities including television and radio studios with advanced editing suites, where you'll master news production, filming, and broadcasting techniques. These skills culminate in a capstone internship or industry project, providing real-world experience and networking opportunities.This program equips you with essential journalism and writing competencies for media and communications careers, while also preparing you for related fields like technical documentation, proposal writing, and corporate communications.

Career paths -:Graduates enter journalism careers across print, broadcast, digital, and multimedia platforms. In today's era of social media proliferation, the need for skilled, ethical journalists who can deliver accurate reporting has never been greater.

communication specialist: develop strategic messaging for organizations
copywriter: craft compelling advertising content in creative partnerships
editor: oversee content creation, selection, and publication processes
journalist: investigate and report news across multiple media formats
reporter: provide timely coverage of newsworthy events
scriptwriter: develop narratives and dialogue for visual media
tv presenter: serve as on-air talent for broadcast programs


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.0

Qualification Requirements

Meet any prerequisite requirements with a minimum grade of C- or equivalent
AND
Qualify for the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE), and achieved a competitive Selection Rank (ATAR), or
Complete secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE, or
Complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum score of 24 points
Applicants who have not achieved the Selection Rank required for automatic selection may be selected for any remaining places based on the grades of their year 12 subjects.
Higher education study

Complete or partly complete a recognised higher education program at a recognised higher education institution, or
Complete at least four Open Universities Australia (OUA) courses at undergraduate level or above
OR
Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Complete an award from a registered training organisation at Certificate IV or above
OR
Work and life experience

Qualify for Special Entry, or
Complete a 12-month UniSA Foundation Studies program or equivalent, or
Hold completed secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE obtained more than 2 years in the past.IELTS - 6.0 with 6 RWSL
TOEFL PBT - 550 with TWE of 4.5
TOEFL iBT - 60 with no less than 18

Tuition AUD 34,400

Similar programs for you