Media and Communications (Honours) University of New England

Overview

The Media and Communications (Honours) degree from University of New England will allow you to develop advanced communication techniques and deep subject knowledge, to hone your analytical abilities, and gain high-level personal and professional skills. These are valuable attributes that will provide a solid foundation for postgraduate study, give you a competitive edge in the job market, or help future proof your career in a rapidly changing world.

Why study the Bachelor of Media and Communications with Honours with UNE?

Honours is designed for graduates who have excelled in their undergraduate studies to improve career prospects, or to proceed to higher-degree studies.

When you undertake the Bachelor of Media and Communications with Honours you will gain up-to-date knowledge of the rapidly changing field of media and communications. You will explore areas such as film and television, screen adaptations, media convergence, changing print genres, digital communications and writing practices, to name a few. You will also have the opportunity to hone your research, communication and writing skills by producing a dissertation of original ideas, integrated and positioned within the current body of knowledge of your chosen discipline.

On graduation, you will have the skills to independently research, write about and discuss critical issues — invaluable skills for a successful career, and essential to lifelong learning. Your honours year also provides ideal preparation for higher-degree research if you choose to study further.

Career outcomes

Graduate with knowledge of how the media works and has evolved. You'll have diverse communication and analytical skills to prepare you to adapt to a rapidly changing jobs landscape.

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.