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Bachelor of Business Communication
University of the Sunshine Coast
- Petrie, Australia
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
A combined business and communication major with a guaranteed internship or co-op.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Learners studying Business Communication can develop the ability to analyse organisational and market information
- Evaluate financial and operational decisions
- Communicate recommendations and consider responsible business practices. These are indicative learning goals
- Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.
Career outcomes
- Technical writer
- Media planner
- Marketing manager
- Brand manager
- Social media manager
- Publicist
- Speechwriter
- Public relations specialist
Curriculum
- Four-year combined major: public communication
- Mass communication and media
- Applied communication
- Principles of marketing
- Business marketing
- Consumer behavior and organizational behavior
- Ending in a senior seminar. Guaranteed internship or Warriors at Work co-op
- Credits not stated.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Australian Year 12 or equivalent with country-specific minimum grades; some programs add prerequisites or selection requirements stated on the program page.
Accepted academic background
Australian Year 12 or equivalent with good grades (country-specific minimums, E.g. IB Diploma 24 points, A-Levels 4 points, India CBSE/CISCE 60% in best four subjects, China Senior High School 70%), Some programs need higher grades or prerequisites
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0 (min 5.5 each band)
- TOEFL iBT 76 (writing 18)
- PTE Academic 50 (no subscore below 50)
- Cambridge C1 Advanced/C2 169 (min 162 each skill)
Documents you’ll need
- Academic qualification documents
- Evidence of English language proficiency
- Program-specific supporting documentation where applicable
How to apply
- Check the entry and English requirements and the academic calendar. Apply through the UniSC International Application Portal or through a registered UniSC agent. Application fee. Upload certified copies of transcripts and certificates and English evidence with certified translations where needed. Some programs add a personal statement and interview or portfolio (see the program page). After the offer and Student visa applicants receive a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) and apply for the Student visa. Deferral before the start date needs approval. Classes start in the trimester or session shown on the program page.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $30,500 AUD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | _ |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | UniSC Moreton Bay |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Business and Creative Industries |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 384 |
| Study pace | Standard |
| Post-study stay | 2 years |
| Scholarship note | University of the Sunshine Coast offers a limited range of scholarships and bursaries. Eligibility depends on citizenship or fee status and the specific study program. International students should check the current UniSC scholarship conditions because many general awards have domestic-only requirements. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
March 2027
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Program starts
July 2027
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Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
Tuition is $30,500 AUD per year. The estimated living cost is $24,700 AUD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0 (min 5.5 each band), TOEFL iBT 76 (writing 18), PTE Academic 50 (no subscore below 50), Cambridge C1 Advanced/C2 169 (min 162 each skill).