Bachelor of Journalism / Laws (Honours) at QUT

Bachelor Honours Degree Journalism Full Time

Bachelor of Journalism / Bachelor of Laws (Honours)

at Queensland University of Technology · Brisbane, Queensland

CRICOS course code

083026C

CRICOS provider code

00213J

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

5.5 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$183,100 total

Per year

A$33,291/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Bachelor of Journalism / Bachelor of Laws (Honours) at Queensland University of Technology is a five-and-a-half-year double degree that combines legal studies with media expertise. Throughout this course, students study the foundations and advanced topics in both journalism and law. This covers areas like court reporting, news writing, ethics, Australian legal systems, contracts, criminal law, and legal research. Journalism studies address both traditional and digital platforms and explore the relationship between media and justice in Australia.

Students are required to complete units of study across both disciplines, earning credit points as they go. The structure typically follows semesters with a mix of core and elective subjects, with law units including honours-level coursework and research. Most law programs include a research thesis or capstone component in the final year to demonstrate advanced legal analysis. Journalism subjects provide practical experience, such as newsroom simulations and reporting assignments focused on local Australian issues.

Practical legal training and professional placement opportunities are embedded in the course. Law units may align with the requirements needed for admission as a legal practitioner in Australia. Journalism students develop hands-on skills reporting news relevant to Brisbane and beyond, including professional placement with media organisations when available. Combining these areas means graduates learn how to communicate legal and public affairs clearly to various audiences, a valuable skillset sought in both industries.

This course suits those interested in both societal issues and the law, who want to inform the public and understand legal frameworks. Applicants must meet English language requirements (typically IELTS 7.0 or equivalent for law), and international students have work rights of 48 hours per fortnight during study and may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-completion. Always check the official QUT page for the latest admission and course details.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Solicitor or barrister (following further admissions requirements)
Court reporter or legal correspondent for Australian media outlets
Policy adviser or legal researcher in government or NGOs
Media compliance officer
Corporate communications roles for law or news organisations
Careers in public affairs, regulatory bodies, or investigative journalism

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Journalism / Bachelor of Laws (Honours) at Queensland University of Technology?

It typically takes 5.5 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$183,100 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Solicitor or barrister (following further admissions requirements)Court reporter or legal correspondent for Australian media outletsPolicy adviser or legal researcher in government or NGOsMedia compliance officerCorporate communications roles for law or news organisationsCareers...

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