Overview

In the Digital and Social Media Major (BA) course from Curtin University you will learn the fundamentals of online communications and explore digital innovations, such as artificial intelligence. You'll understand how the internet is changing political systems and reshaping cultures, societies and economies, and how to navigate these changes.

You'll build practical and advanced skills in creating, maintaining and managing online communications across web media, publishing and presence, online collaboration, virtual community development and management.

Careers

Online content creator

Web designer / developer

Social media coordinator

Web communications manager

Digital producer / strategist

Data business analyst.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Web Media

Social Media, Communities and Networks

Writing on the Web

The Digital Economy

Online Games, Play and Gamificatio

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-07-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-04 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-02-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-02-06 00:00:00 , National

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International students deadline:

For countries listed separately on the website, 10 weeks before start date.

All other countries, 5 weeks before start date.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

200 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Perth, Australia

Disciplines

Media Management Digital Marketing View 16 other Bachelors in Media Management in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

CRICOS code: 068750M

Completed year 12 in Australia or overseas in the past two years, or

Completed TAFE or VET studies in the past two years.

This course has a minimum ATAR of 70

Portfolio entry is available for those who can demonstrate equivalence to Curtin’s ATAR entry through the submission of a portfolio that includes evidence of your academic achievements, qualifications and ability.

If you don’t meet our minimum admission criteria, the UniReady Enabling Program can help you qualify for entry into a range of undergraduate courses.

The certificate IV is the minimum requirement for university entry. It qualifies you for entry to Curtin courses with a 70 ATAR. You must also meet English language proficiency.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

32083 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 32083 AUD per year during 36 months.
National

16300 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 16300 AUD per year during 36 months.

Living costs for Perth

1328 - 2367 AUD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

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Credits

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fee

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Living costs for Perth

Funding

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