Overview

This Media and Communications degree from University of New England will help prepare you for a career in a range of industries, including digital media, advertising, news, the television industry, national and international film, documentaries, rhetoric and public affairs, and publishing and editing.

There are two areas of specialisation to choose from in the Bachelor of Media and Communications: Media and Culture; or Writing and Publishing. Our course offers options to examine:

film studies, from Australian cinema to Hollywood
television studies
the creative industries
news media
advertising
digital and social media
screen adaptations
creative and professional writing

publishing and editing.

Career outcomes

Graduate with greater knowledge about the media, how it works and how it has evolved. You’ll have gained diverse communication and analytical skills and be equipped to adapt to any rapidly changing workplace.

Career options for graduates include:

journalism
radio and television
public relations, marketing and advertising
social media
corporate writing
public sector research and administration
communications strategy
marketing messaging.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Screen Media
Creative Industries and Communications
The Craft of Academic Writing
Storytelling and Genre Writing
Research and Professional Practice
Writing for Research

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 120 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-06-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-06-13 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-10-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-10 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-02-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-02-24 00:00:00 , National

More details

If you are an international applicant you can apply at any time. We will consider late applications where possible.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

57

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IELTS

6

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Credits

144 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Armidale, Australia

Disciplines

Communication Studies Media Studies & Mass Media View 148 other Bachelors in Communication Studies 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

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

57

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS CODE: 038717E

To meet the entry requirements for this course you must have completed, at minimum, an Australian Year 12 qualification or overseas equivalent.
By applying for this course, we assume that you have sound knowledge of any 2 units of English studied at a Year 12 level (or overseas equivalent).
Any supporting documents related to your admission pathway. For example, if you apply based on previous study, upload evidence of your study so we can assess eligibility.
Proof of identity and citizenship. This can be a certified/notarised copy of the photo page of your passport, or another form of official photo identification that lists your full personal details including name and date of birth; for example, a foreign government identity card.
Evidence of English Language Requirements satisfied.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

29616 AUD / year

≈ 29616 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

16133 AUD / year

≈ 16133 AUD / year

Additional Details

National Commonwealth Supported Place

Living costs

Armidale

Australia

1500 - 2100 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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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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Language

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Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Additional Details

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