Bachelor of Communication

About the course

UQ’s Bachelor of Communication develops creative, industry-ready communication specialists for today’s rapidly changing media environment. You’ll build core skills in writing, critical thinking, and media practice and production, with opportunities for industry engagement such as internships. Study spans social and mobile media plus screen, audio and written formats, and you’ll specialise through a major in strategic communication or digital media. The programme develops media literacy, content creation, and professional communication skills for digital and corporate environments.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles across private, public and not-for-profit sectors where strong communication and media skills are needed. Career paths may include strategic communications, public relations, digital content and social media, media production, brand and campaign communication, and roles supporting organisational communication. The degree prepares you for entry-level professional work in media and communication industries. Preparing graduates for media, public relations, marketing communication, and digital content production roles.

Living Costs in Brisbane**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,467 - 1,940	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,073 - 1,419
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 237 - 314

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)