Digital Communication Major - Bachelor of Communication Studies

Auckland University of Technology

New Zealand, Auckland

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Auckland University of Technology

New Zealand , Auckland

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

AK3303

Campuses

City Campus

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines23-Feb-2026

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Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

NZD 36,892 / year

Next Intake 23-Feb-2026

Digital Communication Major - Bachelor of Communication Studies

About

Digital media is at the heart of modern communication. Work on website, app or video projects throughout your studies, and explore how to make digital media communicate effectively, look awesome and tell a great story.

AUT's digital communication courses offer a mix of media communication, production workflows, strategic thinking, and technological competencies that prepare you for a wide range of careers. You’ll work on various projects to create websites, app proposals, videos, motion graphics and print media that can serve as portfolio pieces.

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Requirements

Entry Requirements

Standard

Tertiary requirements

One year of successful study at bachelor level at a recognised institute, or equivalent, or

Successful completion of an Associate degree at a recognised institute, or

Successful completion of a Diploma at a recognised college of technology, or

Successful completion of a junior Health Diploma at a recognised institute, or

Successful completion of a higher technical institute Diploma at a recognised institute

English Program Requirements

IELTS (Academic) 6.0 overall with all bands 5.5 or higher; or equivalent

Career

Majoring in digital communication will prepare you for a wide range of roles, including:

Digital strategist
Digital media project manager, producer or consultant
Digital video specialist
Instructional media designer
Interactive media producer or consultant
Mobile app designer
Mobile content developer
Motion graphics designer
Post-production special effects designer
Production assistant
User experience (UX) designer
User interface (UI) designer
Visual designer for print and online media
Web administrator
Web designer

You could also pair digital communications with another major or minor to build a breadth of desirable media production skills for any media or communications role.

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