Commencing semesters, 2025
Semester 1
Program level
Undergraduate
Program code
2052
Faculty
Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
School
School of Communication and Arts
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Attendance mode
In Person
Enquiries
Australian/domestic students
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
Email: hass@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 1333
International students
International Student Advisor
Email: study@uq.edu.au
Phone: +61 7 3346 9872
Why study Communication?
BA (Hons) in Communication offers you the skills and knowledge essential for a lifetime of creative and critical engagement with media and communication. Building on your undergraduate experiences, this program offers opportunities for in-depth research and leadership from UQ experts and industry professionals. You will culminate your studies by conducting original research on a communication-related topic and presenting your findings in a comprehensive thesis. This program will allow you to master the task of targeting the right people with the right message and stay on top of an ever-evolving industry. Please note that this field has a Semester 1 commencement only.
What you can study
The Honours year focuses on developing and consolidating the knowledge and skills acquired during undergraduate study, with particular emphasis on using those skills in a sustained and purposeful way by conducting independent research. Apart from content knowledge, employers and professionals value Honours graduates advanced communication skills, the capacity for independent work, and the ability to think critically and write substantial reports. Please note that this field has a Semester 1 commencement only. At UQ, subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study: ' Honours Research Thesis ' Research Design
Courses and requirements
View the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Communication field of study.
Employment opportunities
Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to: Digital content producer, Social media manager, Copywriter, Broadcast producer, Content producer, Marketing coordinator, Corporate communications officer, Broadcaster, Correspondent/Journalist, Public relations professional
What it costs
Please view the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) for indicative fees.
How to apply
Please view the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) for information on key dates and how to apply.