Why I chose to study journalism

I am in my third year of my Bachelor of Arts (Extended Major in Musicology) at the University of Queensland. So, you might be asking yourself, “why is a final year music student studying journalism?” Well I have reached the point in my degree where I have completed almost all of my subjects for my extended major but have yet to complete any subjects that would constitute my ‘minor’.

When browsing the available courses to study, Journalism and Mass Communication appealed to me immediately. I have always been interested in writing and the media; particularly the way in which society interacts and is impacted by the journalistic profession. Although I intend to begin the Bachelor of Laws (Grad Entry) degree at the conclusion of my BA, I think this background in Journalism will be immensely helpful.

Because of my intended career path, I couldn’t help but laugh when Dr BR brought this quote to our attention in the first lecture:

Generally speaking, the best people nowadays go into journalism, the second best into business, the rubbish into politics and the shi*s into law - Auberon Waugh (British Journalist / Author)

I trust you'll enjoy reading my blog over the coming semester as I continue to gain knowledge about journalism and the mass media industry.