Bachelor of Media and Communication

Why study Media and Communication at UWA? Learn from a dynamic group of academics with extensive expertise and experience in the field of media and communication Gain a state-of-the-art applied degree that gives you the core skills you need to succeed in media and communication Develop intellectual leadership and digital competencies to foster meaningful engagement and collaborations in the field Benefit from the comprehensive educational offerings of a world-class Group of Eight university Be part of an exciting new degree at UWA Why study Media and Communication at UWA?About the Bachelor of Media and Communication The Bachelor of Media and Communication offers applied learning opportunities and skills for those interested in working directly in media and communication industries. Focused on core techniques of ideation, engagement, and impact, the degree is structured to develop your creativity, incorporating various industry facing activities. This interdisciplinary program offers a unique learning environment designed to span various professional areas, including media production, journalism, strategic communication, and digital storytelling. This equips you with the versatile skills in media development and analysis, ensuring you graduate ready to navigate the dynamic digital culture, where responsible and high-level communication will be key to success.

Entry requirements Admission Requirements To be considered for this course you need to: achieve a minimum ATAR of 75 demonstrate English language competence - applicants presenting with IELTS Academic require an overall score of at least 6.5 and no band less than 6.0 satisfy any prerequisites for your preferred majors (refer to individual major descriptions for prerequisite details) You can view the prerequisites and recommended subjects for your chosen course here. View our admission requirements for specific information, depending on your education history. Assured Pathway information If you have a professional career in mind, take advantage of one of our Assured Pathways. An Assured Pathway gives you an assured place in one of our postgraduate professional courses (such as Law, Engineering or Medicine) from the start of your studies with us. The pathways combine a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, providing you with a clearer direction to your career of choice. Admission entry to UWA We offer a number of other pathways for you to gain entry into our undergraduate degrees if you do not meet the standard admission requirements. Learn more about our admission entry pathways. Admission Requirements

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT English competency English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place. This course has higher ELC requirements. Applicants presenting with the IELTS Academic require an overall score of at least 7.0 and no band less than 6.5. For more information visit ELC requirements. ADMISSION REQUIREMENT English competency

Careers and further study Career Opportunities With a Bachelor of Media and Communication, you’ll have the knowledge and skills to become a media and communication specialist. Potential career opportunities include: Creative Media Producer Journalist Media and Communication Officer Social Media Manager Public Relations Media Relations Advertising Career Opportunities Further Study Further study at Honours or Masters level can enable enrolment in a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). It will open up opportunities in academia and research to help you pursue your goals in a wide range of careers, depending on your area of research. You may also be interested in: Master in Strategic Communication Graduate Certificate in Strategic Communication Graduate Diploma in Strategic Communication Further Study

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