Explore our courses
Bachelor of Communication
Learn how to harness the potential of emerging communication technologies.
Bachelor of Creative Industries
Study media and communications in a creative industries setting.
Double degrees
Expand your skill set and find your niche with a double degree.
No. 1 university in Australia
The 2023 QS World University rankings has again ranked QUT as 1st in Australia and top 20 in the world for media and communication studies.
This ranking exemplifies the high quality of QUT educators that are at the cutting edge of the latest research and digital media trends and the way participants are encouraged to tackle real-world problems through multi-disciplinary thinking.
Why study communication at QUT?
Prepare for the careers of tomorrow
Emerging media and communication technologies, like artificial intelligence, are rapidly changing job titles and career opportunities. You'll grow your skills in both cutting-edge digital trends and technologies, and the fundamental communication skills that will strengthen your employability – no matter what the future holds.
Build a communication degree tailored to you
With a world of careers and pathways emerging, every graduate can tailor their studies to their unique interests and ambitions. You can choose from our four communication majors, with options to add either another major, minors from around QUT, or a double degree.
Australia's No. 1 university for media and communication
For 4 years running, QUT has been ranked the No. 1 university for media and communication studies by the QS World University Rankings.
Study with world-class researchers
Our lecturers are internationally recognised experts in today’s top platforms and technologies. No matter where you see your career going in communications, you’ll be supported by top experts in the field.
Explore the Bachelor of Communication
You'll start by entering the Bachelor of Communication. Across your core units, you'll study a range of fundamental communication skills that blend cutting-edge technologies with evergreen skills you can take into any industry. Later in your degree, you'll be able to choose the major that best suits your dream career.
Media and communication industries
Learn to lead industries, organisations and teams through the complexities of digital disruption and social change.
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Journalism
Learn to lead industries, organisations and teams through the complexities of digital disruption and social change.
Digital advertising
Understand the balance between strategic thinking and creative execution, and turn data into effective advertising.
Community and public relations
Build relationships, influence opinions and delivery strong outcomes for businesses or individuals in the public eye.
Double degree, double opportunities
A double degree can help you develop a portfolio of skills and capabilities to prepare you for the real world. Maximise your career opportunities and create your own specialist career niche within the communication industry by combining a degree with a complementary study area.
Study communication in a creative setting
With a foundation of communication skills, the Bachelor of Creative Industries allows you to explore your interests in the creative arts, while learning to facilitate and manage those industries.
You can take those skills to work in-house within creative industries, report on creative fields in a journalism or content setting, or countless more career opportunities.
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