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    Bachelor of Media / Social Sciences

    University of New South Wales

    University of New South Wales

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    Australia, Sydney

    University RankQS Ranking
    19

    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Bachelor

    Study Type

    Full Time

    Delivery

    On Campus

    Course Code

    110678E

    Credit point

    192 Points

    Campuses

    Kensington

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake DeadlinesJuly-2025
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    Duration 4 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 46,000  / year
    Next Intake July-2025

    Bachelor of Media / Social Sciences

    About

    The Bachelor of Media / Bachelor of Social Sciences program is a four-year double degree that develops meaningful communication skills and prepares you for making authentic societal impacts. Learn strategies to interest, inform, and inspire others while discovering how to bring about positive change through political influence.  

    Social scientists inform public debate and shape the policies that affect society. They analyse and understand myriad political, international, social, environmental, and economic challenges through social research skills and real-life experience. You’ll blend comprehensive social knowledge and analytical skills with specialist strategies for public relations and advertising, communications and journalism, screen production, cinema studies, or media studies.

    Prepare to enlighten the future through creative thinking, problem-solving, professional persuasion, and communication. You'll build industry knowledge, learning from experts in practical and theoretical classes. With solid opportunities for work experiences in Australia and overseas, you’ll unlock the expertise needed to establish a global career with a positive impact.

    • We are ranked 2nd in Australia and 27th globally for Social Sciences according to the QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2024
    • State-of-the-art production spaces 
    • Practical, work-integrated courses 
    • Access close ties to the media industry 
    • International study exchange opportunities
    • A diverse, creative, and inclusive community 
    • Connect with a global alumni network 

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Great Britain General Certificate of Education (GCE A levels)

    10.0

    All applicants must present a minimum of two Advanced Level (A2) subjects. Entry Scores are calculated from the best two, three, or four A2 Level subjects (excluding repeated subjects) using the following values: A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2 and E=1.

    International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB)

    27.0

    Entry criteria is based on scores required for entry into UNSW in 2024 and are only applicable if the Diploma has been completed. Students currently attempting the IB Diploma or Bilingual Diploma can apply directly to UNSW or through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC).

    Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) (after 2016)

    1130.0

    Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) based on the total of evidence-based reading and writing and mathematical test scores. Must be provided in conjunction with evidence of successful completion of senior secondary studies.

    English Program Requirements

    Faculty Undergraduate Postgraduate coursework Postgraduate research
    Arts, Design & Architecture

    6.5 overall (min. 6.0 in each subtest)

     

    Exceptions:

    • Bachelor of Education (Secondary): 7 overall (min 6.5 in writing & reading, 7.5 in speaking & listening)
    • Bachelor of Education (Primary) (Honours): 7.0 overall (min 7.0 in each subtest)
    • Bachelor of Social Work (Honours): 7 overall (min 7.0 in listening, reading, writing, and speaking)

    6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each subtest)

     

    Exceptions:

    • Master of Teaching (Primary & Secondary): 7.5 overall (min 7.0 in writing & reading, 8.0 in speaking & listening)

    7.0 overall (min 6.0 in each subtest)

    Career

    Future careers

    More than just a foot in the door or a pathway towards landing your first job, this degree will set you up with the professional and creative skills you’ll need to thrive throughout your career. Turn your time with us into a future that celebrates your passion and purpose. 

      • Advocate 
      • Campaign manager 
      • Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade official 
      • International business consultant 
      • Local government official 
      • Non-government organisation official 
      • Policy analyst 
      • Political adviser 
      • Political journalist 
      • Project officer 
      • Program manager 
      • Research consultant 
      • Research officer 
      • Tourism and trade adviser 
      • United Nations official 
      • Advertising strategist 
      • Advertising account executive 
      • Communications officer 
      • Content producer 
      • Community engagement adviser 
      • Digital communications coordinator 
      • Government media adviser 
      • Journalist or feature writer 
      • Internal communications specialist 
      • Marketing executive 
      • Media account executive 
      • Media relations adviser 
      • Public relations consultant 
      • Social media manager 
      • Video presenter 
      • Animator 
      • App developer 
      • Advertising creative 
      • Cinematographer 
      • Digital editor 
      • Digital producer 
      • Filmmaker 
      • Game designer 
      • Interactive media designer 
      • Screenwriter 
      • Sound producer 
      • Television producer 
      • Video producer 
      • Website content manager 

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    AUD 46,000 

    Application Fee

    AUD  
    University of New South Wales

    Bachelor of Media / Social Sciences

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