Bachelor of Media and Communication (Honours)

RMIT University

Australia, Melbourne

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RMIT University

Australia , Melbourne

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

074925J

Application Fee

AUD 100

Campuses

Melbourne City

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesJuly-2024

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Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 37,440 / total

Next Intake July-2024

Bachelor of Media and Communication (Honours)

About

Overview

Are you ready to undertake hands-on substantial projects on specific research-relevant topics?

This honours degree combines a laboratory and studio model of study with state-of-the-art resources to help you demonstrate your ability and establish your reputation and future career.

You will study the big issues in contemporary media and communication, expand on your abilities and further investigate your specialisation using sophisticated research and project skills. You will demonstrate your advanced conceptual abilities through project outcomes, examined by key industry and academic leaders.

This honours degree is the only one of its kind in Australia, allowing you to work with students from other disciplines in dedicated 24-hour access studio space (for honours students only).

The knowledge and skills you will acquire throughout this degree and how they can be applied in your career are described in the learning outcomes.

Electives and course plan

This degree is based on two semesters of work on a dedicated, themed research project, known as Laboratory 1 and Laboratory 2.

Your chosen project will tackle a specific media and communication problem.

You will also study two further courses throughout the year:

Media and communication futures: investigate contemporary problems in media and communications theory.
Research strategies: how to undertake project- and thesis-based research in media and communication.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

You must have successfully completed an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent overseas qualification) in a relevant discipline, with a minimum GPA of 3.0 (out of 4.0).

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisite subjects required for entry into this qualification.

Selection tasks

You must submit a personal statement with your application outlining:

why you wish to study this program
what you hope this degree will enable you to go on and achieve
your proposed area of research. Please provide as much information as you can, even if you are not completely certain of the area/s you wish to focus on.
the name/s of one or more potential research supervisor/s from within the School. Note that preferred supervisors cannot be guaranteed.

Career

Honours gives you the ability to differentiate yourself from degree graduates by specialising in your field over the course of an extra year’s study.

The media and communication industry is constantly evolving due to technological advances and changes in societal values, which influence the way we find information and communicate with each other.

Completing an honours year helps you keep up to date with your area of interest and demonstrates your outstanding ability to industry, both of which increase your employability. It is the traditional pathway to a masters by research or a doctorate (PhD).

Successful honours research projects tend to be an entry point into a student's preferred career.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 37,440 / total

Application Fee

AUD 100

How to Apply

Follow this step-by-step guide on how to apply to RMIT as an international student.

Step 1. Find a course

Step 2. Check the entry requirements

Step 3. Collect required documents

Step 4. Submit your application

RMIT is one of Australia’s leading universities, located in the heart of Melbourne.

It’s a great place to study, and there are courses to suit everyone.

Our website lists all of the courses on offer so you can discover options in your field of interest.

When you find a course, check that you meet the entry requirements. If you don’t qualify for that course, explore RMIT’s pathway programs. They can help you get on the path to the qualification you want.

Once you’ve chosen your course, it’s time to apply! Get all your documents together,

including your academic records and passport, and proof of English proficiency. If you don’t have everything you need now, you can still apply and submit them later.

To submit your application online, visit our website and find your course. Click the apply button and follow the prompts.

Our admissions team will assess your application and if you are successful, will send you a letter of offer. The time frame for this varies based on the course you apply for and the selection process, so it might not happen the very next day.

What’s next? Once you accept the offer and pay your deposit, we will send you a confirmation of enrolment. You can use this document as part of your visa application.

If you need advice, contact the friendly staff at Study@RMIT. We have lots of information that will help you plan your move to Melbourne and start life as an international student at RMIT.

We look forward to seeing you in Melbourne!