Bachelors of Communication / Science

At Griffith University, the Bachelor of Communication/Bachelor of Science gives students the opportunity to apply scientific knowledge in real-world settings while building strong communication skills. Throughout the degree, students gain hands-on experience in laboratories, research environments, digital media projects, and collaborative learning spaces. By combining science with communication, students learn how to present complex ideas clearly, work across disciplines, and build practical skills valued by employers:

• Develop communication skills through digital media production, content creation, professional writing, and strategic communication projects.

• Gain hands-on experience in modern science laboratories, research facilities, and practical learning environments across your chosen science discipline.

• Take part in group projects, interdisciplinary assignments, and research-based assessments that combine scientific knowledge with public communication.

• Access multimedia learning spaces, digital production tools, collaborative classrooms, and extensive campus library resources.

• Explore industry placements, networking opportunities, and professional engagement activities with Griffith’s science and industry partners.

• Learn from academics who are active researchers and professionals across science, communication, media, and public engagement fields.

• Build a professional portfolio featuring science communication projects, research presentations, multimedia content, and industry-based work.

Graduates of the Bachelor of Communication/Bachelor of Science at Griffith University finish their degree with a rare combination of scientific knowledge and professional communication skills, giving them strong career flexibility across research, media, science, and industry. This unique mix prepares students for careers such as Science Communicator, Research Officer, Environmental Consultant, Technical Writer, Science Journalist, or Public Engagement Specialist. With the ability to understand scientific concepts and communicate them clearly to different audiences, graduates are well prepared for long-term career success:

• Career support services: Griffith supports students through dedicated career services including career consultations, resume and interview preparation, mentoring programs, networking events, ePortfolio development, and access to job opportunities through UniHub.

• Employment outcomes: Graduates can pursue opportunities across scientific research, environmental industries, media, public engagement, healthcare, government, and innovation sectors, with strong long-term employment potential.

• Industry partnerships: Students benefit from industry engagement, professional networking, internships, and project opportunities with organisations across science, technology, research, and communication sectors.

• Long-term professional value: This double degree develops transferable skills in scientific research, data interpretation, digital communication, technical writing, public engagement, and strategic communication, creating flexibility across multiple industries.

• Graduate outcomes: Students graduate with practical project experience, research capability, professional portfolios, and workplace-ready skills that support both immediate employment and long-term career growth.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing this double degree, students can continue their studies through honours or postgraduate programs at Griffith University. Depending on their career goals, graduates may progress into advanced study in science, environmental science, biotechnology, health science, communication, science communication, or research-based higher degrees that can lead to specialist, leadership, consulting, or academic careers.