Diploma in Communication/Bachelor of Creative Industries (6009)
- Approved Abbreviation: DipComm/BCreatInd
- Western Sydney University Program Code: 6009
- AQF Level: 7
CRICOS Code: 096971K
This program applies to students who commenced in 2021 or later.
Students should follow the program structure for the session start date relevant to the year they commenced.
The Bachelor of Creative Industries is an interdisciplinary degree, with a core drawn from communication, design, law and business. It brings together major studies in creative disciplines, including Design, Creative Writing, Journalism, Design and Music, with studies in the business and legal aspects of working in the Creative Industries. Graduates will have the skills to manage creative enterprises and turn innovative new ideas into commercial operations. This degree offers creative people a deep understanding of how creative industries operate along with business and legal acumen. The Bachelor of Creative Industries is built around collaboration and co-working with creative industries located in Greater Western Sydney (GWS).
The first year of this program is delivered by Western Sydney University The College, as an agent of Western Sydney University, via extended face-to-face hours in smaller learning environments. A Diploma in Communication exit point is also available at the end of the first year of the program.
For more information on Western Sydney University, The College, please refer to their web site.
Western Sydney University, The College
For program advice during your first year of study, please use the contact below under ‘Program Advice’. For program advice during your second and subsequent years of study, please use the contact listed for Bachelor of Creative Industries.
Bachelor of Creative Industries
Early Exit
Students may exit this program on completion of 100 credit points with a 7043 Diploma in Communication (exit only)
Study Mode
Three years full-time or six years part-time.
Program Advice
Prospective students should visit the following websites for general enquiries about this program.
Enquire about this program| Local Admission | International Admission |
Location
| Campus | Attendance | Mode | Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parramatta Campus - Victoria Road | Full Time | Internal | See above |
| Parramatta Campus - Victoria Road | Part Time | Internal | See above |
| The College - Nirimba Education Precinct | Full Time | Internal | See above |
| The College - Nirimba Education Precinct | Part Time | Internal | See above |
Accreditation
The Bachelor of Creative Industries (PR) is accredited by the Public Relations Institute ofAustralia (PRIA).
Work Integrated Learning
Western Sydney University seeks to enhance student learning experiences by enabling students to engage in the culture, expectations and practices of their profession or discipline. This program includes a placement or other community-based unpaid practical experience.
There is a mandatory work component required for completion of this program. Please contact the Program Advisor listed above for information.
International students should also refer to the link below for more information and a link to the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS).
Admission
For more information on applying please see link to The College admission pages below.
https://www.westernsydney.edu.au/thecollege/how_to_apply
Domestic students are required to have:
- Completed an English subject in the NSW Higher School Certificate, Or
- Competency in English at IELTS 6.0 equivalent (unless a native speaker) Or
- Passed The College English test at IELTS 6.0 equivalent Or
- Passed The College Foundation Studies Academic English subject at C grade level or higher.
Met other entry requirements such as:
- An ATAR identified prior to the offer of a place, Or
- Completed The College Foundation Studies program with a Grade Point Average of 5.5 or higher.
International students must satisfy one of the following language requirements:
- IELTS 6.0 with a minimum 5.5 in each sub band Or
- Completed the College EAP 4 program with a 50% pass Or
- Passed The College English test at IELTS 6.0 equivalent Or
- Passed The College Foundation Studies Academic English subject at C grade level or higher for which advanced standing can be applied for.
Academic Entry Requirements vary according to country of origin. However, in general:
- Completion of Year 12 or its equivalent is the minimum entry requirement Or
- Completed The College Foundation Studies program with a Grade Point Average of 5.5 or higher.
Program Structure
Qualification for this award requires the successful completion of 260 credit points which includes the subjects listed in the recommended sequence below.
Western Sydney University The College Subjects
Nirimba and Parramatta Campus
Please note that all campuses may not have intakes each year.
Full-time
| Year 1 | Credit Points | |
|---|---|---|
| Term 1 Intake | ||
| First Term of Study | ||
| Preparatory Subjects | ||
| LANG 0003 | Academic English (WSTC Prep) | 10 |
| COMM 0015 | Communication Practices (WSTC Prep) | 10 |
| COMM 1021 | Media Cultures and Industries (WSTC) | 10 |
| Second Term of Study | ||
| University Level Subjects | ||
| COMM 1033 | Writing Ecologies (WSTC) | 10 |
| BUSM 1009 | Enterprise Leadership (WSTC) | 10 |
| And select one of the following Introduction to Major subjects | 10 | |
| Introduction to Screen Media (WSTC) | ||
| Image Design (WSTC) | ||
| Organisational Behaviour (WSTC) | ||
| Advertising: An Introduction (WSTC) | ||
| Third Term of Study | ||
| COMM 1011 | Data, Mediation and Power (WSTC) | 10 |
| DESN 1019 | Visual Storytelling (WSTC) | 10 |
| BUSM 1011 | Financing Enterprises (WSTC) | 10 |
| And select one of the following Introduction to Major subjects | 10 | |
| Introduction to Journalism (WSTC) | ||
| Introduction to Literary Studies (WSTC) | ||
| Public Relations Theory and Practice (WSTC) | ||
| Introduction to Culture and Society (WSTC) | ||
| Credit Points | 100 | |
| Total Credit Points | 100 | |
| Year 1 | Credit Points | |
|---|---|---|
| Term 2 Intake | ||
| Year 1 | ||
| First Term of Study | ||
| LANG 0003 | Academic English (WSTC Prep) | 10 |
| COMM 0015 | Communication Practices (WSTC Prep) | 10 |
| COMM 1021 | Media Cultures and Industries (WSTC) | 10 |
| Second Term of Study | ||
| COMM 1011 | Data, Mediation and Power (WSTC) | 10 |
| BUSM 1009 | Enterprise Leadership (WSTC) | 10 |
| And one of the following Introduction to Major subjects | 10 | |
| Introduction to Journalism (WSTC) | ||
| Introduction to Literary Studies (WSTC) | ||
| Public Relations Theory and Practice (WSTC) | ||
| Image Design (WSTC) | ||
| Third Term of Study | ||
| COMM 1033 | Writing Ecologies (WSTC) | 10 |
| DESN 1019 | Visual Storytelling (WSTC) | 10 |
| BUSM 1011 | Financing Enterprises (WSTC) | 10 |
| And one of the following Introduction to Major subjects | 10 | |
| Introduction to Screen Media (WSTC) | ||
| Organisational Behaviour (WSTC) | ||
| Advertising: An Introduction (WSTC) | ||
| Introduction to Culture and Society (WSTC) | ||
| Credit Points | 100 | |
| Total Credit Points | 100 | |
Students may exit at this point and graduate with the Diploma in Communication following a passing grade in all of the above subjects. Students who progress onto Year 2 may also be awarded the Diploma if they gain a passing grade in all of the above subjects.
- Students must pass all College Preparatory subjects before progressing to the Year 2 subjects.
- Students must pass at least 70 credit points of University level subjects in Year 1 before progressing to the Year 2 subjects.
Qualification for this award then requires the successful completion of a further 160 credit points including the subjects listed in the recommended sequence below.
Students must complete
- Twelve compulsory core subjects (six having been completed in year one)
- Two subjects from the Introduction to Major subjects pool
- One Major or two Minors
Note: The recommended sequence is subject to variation based on the student’s nominated field of study.
Note: Please plan enrolment in minor subjects carefully - subjects at Level 2 and Level 3 may have pre-requisites. Students should consult their Academic Program Advisors if they require further information.
Western Sydney University Subjects
For program advice during your second and subsequent years of study, please use the contact listed for the Bachelor of Creative Industries.
Bachelor of Creative Industries
| Year 2 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Autumn session | Credit Points | |
| COMM 1036 | Introduction to the Creative Industries | 10 |
| COMM 2024 | Media Law and Ethics | 10 |
| Select two subjects from a selected major or minor | 20 | |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Spring session | ||
| COMM 3011 | Creative TEAMS 1 | 10 |
| Select two subjects from a selected major or minor | 20 | |
| Select one elective | 10 | |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Year 3 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| BUSM 1006 | Enterprise Innovation and Markets | 10 |
| COMM 3012 | Creative TEAMS 2 | 10 |
| Select two subjects from a selected major or minor | 20 | |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Spring session | ||
| COMM 3010 | Creative Industries Professional Project or Internship | 10 |
| Select two subjects from a selected major or minor | 20 | |
| Select one elective | 10 | |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Total Credit Points | 160 | |
Equivalent Subjects
The subject listed below counts towards completion of this program for students who passed this subject in 2022 or earlier.
HUMN 1018 Everyday Life (WSTC), replaced by HUMN 1067 Introduction to Culture and Society (WSTC)