Highlights
Tuition fee
59960 AED / year
59960 AED / year
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Tuition fee
59960 AED / year
59960 AED / year
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Duration
36 months
Duration
36 months
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Start date
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Campus location
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Campus location
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Taught in
English
Taught in
English

About

Learn how to effectively communicate and tell stories through digital media, including social media, websites, mobile technology, games, video and online news media in today’s rapidly evolving media-driven world with a major in Digital Communication at Murdoch.

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Overview

Study Digital Communication at Murdoch University Dubai

Get ready to build a future in the fast-evolving world of digital media. This course offers a powerful combination of web design, digital marketing, and strategic communication, equipping you with the skills to thrive in creative and strategic roles across industries.

You’ll learn how to:

  • Design and implement digital communication campaigns
  • Use social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTube to engage audiences
  • Optimise content for search engines such as Google and Yahoo
  • Create compelling, user-friendly websites and blogs
  • Apply web research, planning, and social media analysis techniques
  • Communicate with diverse audiences across digital platforms
  • Manage ethical and critical issues in communication with confidence

Through a hands-on, project-based approach, you will explore the creative and strategic tools digital professionals use today. This practical experience will prepare you for roles that shape how organisations connect with their audiences online.

Career Opportunities

When you graduate with a degree in Digital Communication, you may pursue roles in strategic communication, web design, digital marketing, or specialist areas such as social media management, search engine marketing, or digital strategy.

Career options include:

  • Digital Communication Specialist
  • Social Media Manager
  • Content Creation Officer
  • Digital PR and Marketing Consultant
  • SEO Strategist
  • Web Content Strategist
  • Digital Specialist
  • Web Producer
  • Content Marketer
  • Web Studio Account Manager
  • Social Media Strategist
  • Social Media Analyst

Memberships

We are members of industry associations – Middle East Public Relations Association (MEPRA) and the Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA MENA). All Communication students have access to their respective industry events, training, and internship opportunities. MEPRA student membership includes:

  • Access to MEPRA’s virtual workshops led by industry professionals, held every two weeks on a range of topics and trends.
  • Access to MEPRA’s ‘Case in Point’ sessions, which include a deep dive presentation on some of the region’s biggest campaigns
  • Access to exclusive internship placements to increase chances of workplace opportunities
  • Access to guest lecturers to deliver case studies or presentations on new industry trends
  • Access to the MEPRA Youth Board Student-Connect Programme, which offers one-on-one support
  • Access to MEPRA’s Beyond the Classroom Series

Programme Structure

The Bachelor of Communication in Digital Communication provides a strong foundation in contemporary communication while developing the creative, strategic, and technical skills required for careers in digital media and communications. Students study core areas including communication theory, research, social media, and specialist communication before progressing to topics such as content creation, communication strategy, campaign management, graphic design, UX and web design, and digital marketing. Students complete a Discovery Unit and can broaden their studies through an approved double major or elective units, allowing them to tailor their degree to their interests and career goals.

Course structures are subject to change. Please refer to the Murdoch University Dubai website for the most current course structure and unit information.

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

More details

Intake Dates: January, May, September

Language

English
Duolingo English Test
115
TOEFL® IBT
OR
60
PTE Academic
50
IELTS
6

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Credits

72 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • Dubai, United Arab Emirates

What students do after studying

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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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115
TOEFL® IBT
OR
60
PTE Academic
50
IELTS
6

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Other requirements

General requirements

  • Minimum points 5 from: A maximum of the best three A-level subjects; OR A combination of A-level and AS-level subjects. At least two A-level subjects are included in the calculation. AS-level subject attempted at A-level is not eligible to be included . A-level grades (A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1). AS-level grades (A=2.5, B=2, C=1.5, D=1, E=0.5)
    • International Baccalaureate (IB): Successful completion of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme (DP) with a total score of 24 points or higher
    • Other qualifications: Academic entry requirements vary depending on the applicant's country of study and secondary school curriculum. Please refer to the country-specific entry requirements on our website for detailed admission criteria: https://www.murdochuniversitydubai.com/apply/academic-entry-requirements-2026/

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Tuition Fees

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  • International

    Non-residents
    59960 AED / year
    59960 AED / year
  • Domestic

    Citizens or residents
    59960 AED / year
    59960 AED / year

Living costs

Dubai

United Arab Emirates
5300 - 9200 AED / month

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

Funding

We offer Academic Merit Scholarships ranging from 15% to 40% of the total tuition fees across all our Undergraduate and Postgraduate programs, based on your previous academic performance. 

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Bachelor of Communication Digital Communication.

Available Scholarships

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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program

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U.S. government
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship

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ServiceScape
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships

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ACES Education Fund
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Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes
Merit-based

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Canadian Men’s Health Foundation
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
15 Sep 2026
Headway’s Book Lovers Scholarship
Merit-based

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Headway
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
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Need-based

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Moving Mates
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Anytime
AUFIN Global Impact Scholarship
Merit-based

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AUFIN Education & Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
L. Austin Weeks Undergraduate Grant
Merit-based

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American Association of Petroleum Geologists Foundation
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
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IvyPanda
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Independent provider
Grant
750 USD
Deadline
15 Jun 2026
Studybay Fall Essay Contest
Need-based

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Studybay
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Independent provider
Grant
25000 USD
Deadline
31 Jul 2026
The Fountainhead Essay Contest
Merit-based

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Ayn Rand Institute
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
17 Sep 2027
Annual Students' Scholarship
Merit-based

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StudyCorgi
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship

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Voice Talent Online
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jul 2026
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based

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Diamant Gerstein
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based

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educations.com
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
The Bill Walsh Scholarship
Merit-based

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ACES: The Society for Editing
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
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Merit-based

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Pinsky Law
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

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Salvado Law
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
Need-based

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Leopold Figl Foundation
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Independent provider
Grant
55 GBP
Deadline
18 Jun 2026
IELTS Morgan Terry Memorial IATEFL Scholarship
Merit-based

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IELTS from 6 to 9
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship

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IELTS from 6 to 9
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Pearl Lemon Scholarship
Merit-based

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Pearl Lemon
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Teen Changemakers Essay Contest
Merit-based

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International Bipolar Foundation
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Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
31 Jul 2026
The MyUS Community Scholarship

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MyUS
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Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
Merit-based

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Shield Your Body
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Aug 2026
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Florida Rentals
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
WMI Scholars Program
Merit-based

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Wells Mountain Foundation
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
$1,500 Annual Students’ Presentation Crafting Scholarship

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IvyPanda
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme

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The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
17 Sep 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based

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StudyCorgi
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