Highlights

  • Gain foundational skills and knowledge in creative industries before progressing into the second year of a Bachelor of Communication degree.  
  • Study in a supportive learning environment with experienced educators who will help you transition into university life.
  • QUT is Queensland's no. 1 ranked university for communication and media studies (QS World Rankings, 2025). 
  • Graduate with two qualifications in the same time it takes to do one.

Highlights

  • Gain foundational skills and knowledge in creative industries before progressing into the second year of a Bachelor of Communication degree.  
  • Study in a supportive learning environment with experienced educators who will help you transition into university life.
  • QUT is ranked number 33 in the world for communication and media studies at university (QS World Rankings, 2024). 
  • Graduate with two qualifications in the same time it takes to do one.

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Start study in July

Shape the future, sooner, with mid-year entry.

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Why choose this course?

  • QUT’s Diploma in Creative Industries is the perfect way for you to build a foundation and knowledge in creative skills before progressing into the Bachelor of Communication degree.
  • Whether you’re a recent graduate or are returning to study after a break, the diploma allows you to seamlessly transition to university without losing any time as you receive full credit for your diploma studies.
  • You will join a collaborative and close-knit learning community in which you will receive the support you need to succeed.
  • All units adopt a blended approach to learning. On-campus classes are supported by online activities, helping you to become an independent learner. You’ll benefit from additional contact hours with experienced QUT educators allowing a more personalised learning experience.

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What to expect

The Diploma in Creative Industries consists of 96 credit points and is normally completed in one year of full-time study.

Students who successfully graduate from the diploma will gain guaranteed entry into the second year of QUT’s Bachelor of Communication with the choice of majors in community and public relations; digital advertising; journalism; media and communication industries.

Careers and outcomes

Careers and outcomes

Completing the QUT Diploma in Creative Industries, followed by the Bachelor of Communication, offers a diverse range of career opportunities. It is recommended that you explore the Bachelor of Communication, and potential career lists, to explore future career opportunities of each major.

Details and units

Diploma in Creative Industries  

Students complete eight units (96 credit points) comprising of seven discipline specific units and one academic skills unit. 

You must complete all 96 credit points to meet the course requirements and once you have successfully completed the diploma, you will be automatically offered a place in the Bachelor of Creative Communication. Your diploma units will be credited into your degree.

Bachelor of Communication

The Bachelor of Communication structure consists of 288 credit points consisting of:

  • Six common units - 72 credit points
  • A Communication major - 96 credit points from one of the following disciplines:
    • Media and Communication Industries
    • Journalism
    • Digital Advertising
    • Public Relations
  • Complementary studies - 96 credit points chosen from:
    • one 96 credit point second major (Communication second major or Uni-wide second major); OR
    • two 48 credit point minors (Communication minor or Uni-wide minor); OR
    • one 48 credit point minor and 48 credit points chosen from unit options (electives) (Creative Industries Work Integrated Learning Unit Options or Uni-wide unit option unit); OR
    • 96 credit points chosen from unit options (electives) (Creative Industries Work Integrated Learning Unit Options or Uni-wide unit option unit)
  • Four QUT You units - 24 credit points comprising 4 x 6 credit points units.

Upon completion of the Diploma in Creative Industries, you will complete the remaining 192 credit points of the Bachelor of Communication.

Diploma in Creative Industries  

Students complete eight units (96 credit points) comprising of six discipline specific units and two academic skills unit. 

You must complete all 96 credit points to meet the course requirements and once you have successfully completed the diploma, you will be automatically offered a place in the Bachelor of Communication. Your diploma units will be credited into your degree.

Bachelor of Communication

The Bachelor of Communication structure consists of 288 credit points consisting of:

  • Six common units - 72 credit points
  • A Communication major - 96 credit points from one of the following disciplines:
    • Media and Communication Industries
    • Journalism
    • Digital Advertising
    • Public Relations
  • Complementary studies - 96 credit points chosen from:
    • one 96 credit point second major (Communication second major or Uni-wide second major); OR
    • two 48 credit point minors (Communication minor or Uni-wide minor); OR
    • one 48 credit point minor and 48 credit points chosen from unit options (electives) (Creative Industries Work Integrated Learning Unit Options or Uni-wide unit option unit); OR
    • 96 credit points chosen from unit options (electives) (Creative Industries Work Integrated Learning Unit Options or Uni-wide unit option unit)
  • Four QUT You units - 24 credit points comprising 4 x 6 credit points units.

Upon completion of the Diploma in Creative Industries, you will complete the remaining 192 credit points of the Bachelor of Communication.

Requirements

ATAR/selection rank threshold
60.00

These thresholds are the lowest adjusted scores to which QUT made an offer in Semester 1, 2025.

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Course code
IF06
QTAC code
409062
CRICOS code
081617G
Delivery
  • Kelvin Grove
Delivery
  • Kelvin Grove
Duration
3 years full-time
Duration
3 years full-time
Entry
February, July and November
Entry
February, July and November
Deferment

You can't defer your offer in this course. You must start in the semester you apply for.

Assumed knowledge

Before you start this course, we assume you have sound knowledge of the subject/s listed below. If you don't have the subject knowledge, you can still apply for the course but we strongly encourage you to undertake bridging studies to gain the knowledge:

  • English, or Literature, or English and Literature Extension, or English as an Additional Language (Units 3 & 4, C)

More about assumed knowledge

Offer guarantee

If you achieve an ATAR or selection rank of 60.00 or higher (including any adjustments) and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.

VET guarantee

If you have completed an AQF certificate III, certificate IV, diploma or higher, and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.

Advanced standing

If you have prior studies or work experience, you may be eligible for advanced standing (credit). You can apply for advanced standing once you've been accepted to QUT. If you're in your first semester of study, you must apply for advanced standing within 10 days of receiving your offer.

More about advanced standing

Deferment

You can't defer your offer in this course. You must start in the semester you apply for.

Adjustments to your ATAR/selection rank

Any adjustments you receive to your ATAR or selection rank will be applied to this course.

Find out if you’re eligible for an adjustment to your ATAR or selection rank

Offers we made to school leavers in Semester 1, 2024

As this is a new course, Semester 1 2024 information is not available.

You can find out more about your fellow students’ backgrounds with this course’s student profile.

Other admission options

If you are of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, you may be eligible for admission through our Centralised Assessment Selection Process (CASP).

I completed secondary school in Australia

ATAR/selection rank
60.00
Offer guarantee

If you completed secondary school in Australia and achieve an ATAR/selection rank of 60.00 or higher (including any adjustments) and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.

VET guarantee

If you have completed an AQF certificate III, certificate IV, diploma or higher, and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.

Minimum English language requirements

We offer English language programs to improve your English and help you gain entry to this course.

When you apply for this course, we will recommend which English course you should enrol in.

Applying for this course

Applicants with recent secondary education

Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study

Applicants with higher education study

Applicants with work and life experience

Find out more if you are an international applicant

Applying for this course

Applicants with recent secondary education

Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study

Applicants with higher education study

Applicants with work and life experience

Find out more if you are an international applicant

Fees

Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.

2026 fees

2026: Fee available from October

2026 fees

2026: Fee available from July

2025 fees

2025: CSP $13,000 per year full-time (96 credit points)

2025 fees

2025: $24,960 per course (96 credit points)

Student services and amenities fees

You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.

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HECS-HELP: loans to help you pay for your course fees

You may not have to pay anything upfront if you're eligible for a HECS-HELP loan.

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Student services and amenities fees

You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.

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