School of Arts

Arts, Communication and Journalism programs at Griffith

Our Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Communication and Bachelor of Journalism degrees are globally recognized qualifications that prepare you to be an innovator, communicator and creator in a wide range of challenging careers. You'll always be employable and won't just have a job.

Griffith gives you the understanding, insight and skills to creatively confront important world issues and effectively communicate solutions. You will learn about societies and cultures past and present. You will acquire expertise in independent thinking and the generation of new knowledge. You will gain practical skills in analysis, evaluation and problem solving. And you can develop your ability to write effectively and communicate your ideas in a range of creative media.

Our degrees provide you with the opportunity to acquire the skills that employers throughout the world are seeking, as well as allowing you to specialise in one or more fields of study.

Fields of specialist study within the School

Creative arts, writing and literary studies; digital media; ethical and critical inquiry; film, screen and media studies; globalization and diversity; history and cultural heritage research; journalism and public relations; theatre; indigenous studies; political economy; sociology.

World-class teaching and learning

At Griffith we provide:

  • Daily interaction with international leaders in research
  • Learning adapted to your busy life
  • Specialised journalism, media and creative arts facilities
  • Unique opportunities for work-integrated learning and industry placements

If you're creating the future, Arts, Communication or Journalism at Griffith is your strongest foundation.

Clare Murray

"I chose the Griffith program because it offered the broadest range of courses, allowing me to take journalism, marketing and public relations." Clare Murray.

Gold Coast, Public art exhibit

Kim Shulz, Sonya Nielson and Andrea McDougall used their community engagement skills to present their interactive art installation Urban Nomads at Cavill Mall, Surfers Paradise as part of their final-year project.

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