Overview

The Media and Communications programme delivered by The University of Sydney is perfect for students eager to launch a global career. Develop adaptable skills to create impactful content in the ever-evolving media landscape. Start your journey to success in the dynamic world of media.

You will complete a programme in Media and Communications, focusing on media production, the structure of the media and communications industries, the media's role in culture and politics, and contemporary legal and ethical issues prevalent in the field.

Career paths

This degree will provide you with a very modern skillset that opens up a range of professional fields: from journalism to public policy, international communications to public relations.

Our Media and Communications graduates work across many different industries and roles, including:

corporate communications
journalist or reporter (print, online, radio, television)
editor
market or media researcher
producer or programmer (radio, TV, podcasts)
digital producer
media advisor
content creator
web developer
social media manager
post-production

marketing and public relations consultant

CRICOS code:

115421A

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Media 4.0: Work and Policy
Media Writing
Media Production: Radio and Podcasting
Public Relations
Telling Stories with Data
Media, Law and Ethics

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-02-06 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

105

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IELTS

7.5

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Credits

144 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Sydney, Australia

Disciplines

Communication Studies Media Studies & Mass Media View 123 other Bachelors in Media Studies & Mass Media 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

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105

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IELTS

7.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A secondary education qualification such as the NSW Higher School Certificate (including national and international equivalents), OR approved higher education study, including approved preparation courses.

If English is not your first language, you may be able to prove English proficiency with an approved English skills test taken within 2 years of commencing the course.

For a comprehensive overview of application requirements, verify by checking the university's website.
CRICOS code: 115421A

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

52500 AUD / year

≈ 52500 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

15703 AUD / year

≈ 15703 AUD / year

Additional Details

Domestic students: Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) may be available for this course.

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Living costs

Sydney

Australia

1882 - 3547 AUD / month

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

Funding

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Key information

Duration

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Credits

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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