Journalism, Major (0069)
- Western Sydney University Major Code: 0069
Previous Code: M1067.1
Available to students in other Western Sydney University Programs: Yes. Check that your program has the available credit points required to complete the subjects in this field of study. Any requisite requirements must also be met. Consult your Program Advisor for further advice.
The Journalism Major provides practical experience in preparing and presenting news and digital content for online, print and broadcast platforms. It provides an understanding of how the news media works and the importance of journalism in society. Students develop communication, journalism and storytelling skills suitable for all forms of new, digital and traditional media, including community, corporate and niche platforms.
Location
| Campus | Mode | Advice |
|---|---|---|
| Parramatta Campus - Victoria Road | Internal | EnquiriesHCA@westernsydney.edu.au |
| Penrith Campus | Internal | EnquiriesHCA@westernsydney.edu.au |
| Online | Online | EnquiriesHCA@westernsydney.edu.au |
| Sydney City Campus* | Internal | EnquiriesHCA@westernsydney.edu.au |
*Curriculum delivered through an agreement with another party
Major Structure Current
This structure applies to students who commenced in 2024 or later. If you commenced prior to 2024 please refer to the Structure 2023 tab for details.
Students must complete 80 credit points as follows:
Level 1
| Subject | Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| COMM 1018 | News and Media Today | 10 |
Level 2
| Subject | Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| COMM 2027 | News Reporting | 10 |
| COMM 2022 | Journalism: Research and Investigation | 10 |
| COMM 2017 | Feature Writing | 10 |
Level 3
| Subject | Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| COMM 3025 | News Teams | 10 |
| COMM 3018 | Internship | 10 |
| COMM 3055 | Digital Story Production | 10 |
| COMM 3056 | Constructive News and Solutions Journalism | 10 |
| Total Credit Points | 80 | |
Major Structure 2023
If you commenced in 2024 or later please refer to the Structure 2024 tab for details.
Creative Industries Students
Creative Industries students must complete their Introduction to major subject as part of the core requirements of the program prior to enrolling in this major.
| Subject | Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| COMM 1018 | News and Media Today | 10 |
All students must complete 80 credit points as follows
Level 2
| Subject | Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| COMM 2017 | Feature Writing | 10 |
| COMM 2022 | Journalism: Research and Investigation | 10 |
| COMM 2027 | News Reporting | 10 |
| COMM 2029 | Photo Journalism | 10 |
| Total Credit Points | 40 | |
Level 3
| Subject | Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| COMM 3015 | Digital Journalism Production | 20 |
| COMM 3025 | News Teams | 10 |
| Select one of the following: | 10 | |
| Internship | ||
| Transmedia Production | ||
| Total Credit Points | 40 | |