What you'll learn
In the Bachelor of Journalism majoring in Politics at Adelaide University, you’ll gain a blend of journalistic skills and political knowledge. You’ll learn to report on, analyse and explain current events and social issues.
In your first year, you’ll study foundational journalism skills in news writing, multimedia and audio journalism, giving you a strong base in storytelling.
You’ll explore introductory politics courses that give you an insight into political structures and Australian political systems. This will help you understand the broader context behind the stories you’re likely to report on throughout your career.
In your second year, you’ll study media law and ethics, vital for understanding the legal responsibilities and ethical boundaries in journalism.
Courses in feature writing and television journalism will also allow you to develop more advanced storytelling skills. Learn about the policy, exclusion and historical influences on political behaviour. With this balance of skills, you’ll be able to craft stories that are both engaging and grounded in political insight.
In your final year, you’ll focus on advanced journalism, including investigative techniques and constructive journalism. Politics courses such as cyber-politics and electoral democracy will provide insight into key contemporary issues.
Gain hands-on experience through a professional experience, where you can apply what you’ve learned in a real-world environment.
Graduate with the skills to inform and engage the public on political issues, creating conversations that drive awareness and inspire informed action by the community.
Majors
The Bachelor of Journalism is also available with majors in:
This degree is also available without a major.