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Bachelor of Communication and Media/Bachelor of International Studies

University of Wollongong

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About

Develop specialised media skills and learn to understand and interpret complex global issues with a double degree in international studies and communication and media.

When you study the Bachelor of Communication and Media you will acquire a strong foundation in the national and international communication and media industry. With a focus on preparing you for global careers, this degree places an emphasis on high-level skills in media production, communication research and independent project work.

Throughout your international studies degree, you will analyse national and global issues, learn about the forces shaping the modern world and the theories that underpin our understanding of important global issues. Students are encouraged to undertake study abroad to further expand their skills.

Areas of study

Bachelor of Communication and Media: Digital and social media, journalism, marketing communication and advertising, screen media production, visual communication design. Bachelor of International Studies: Global sustainable development, international history, international relations. All students complete a core of interdisciplinary international studies subjects.

Career opportunities

Bachelor of Communication and Media: Media research and analysis, corporate communications, digital content development, social media, advertising, publishing, marketing, government media policy, media education. Bachelor of International Studies:  Foreign Aid Worker, Administration, Diplomatic Services, Travel and Tourism, International Business and Trade, Policy Consultant, Human Rights Advocate, Interpreter, Social Policy Development, Travel Writer.

Practical experience

Bachelor of Communication and Media: Students develop a portfolio of works throughout their degree.

Honours

Available as an additional year of study to meritorious students.

Fees and charges

Refer to University of Wollongong current fee information.

Admission criteria

Applicants with recent secondary education

Assumed knowledge: Any 2 units of English.

Recommended studies: English Advanced.

Other applicants

Refer to UOW general admission criteria.

Student profile

Visit the UOW website and select the undergraduate course that you are interested in, then choose the ‘Admission Profile’ tab in the Admissions, Key dates and Fees section.

Further information

View all details of this course on the UOW website.

ATAR profile

ATAR-based offers only (semester 1, 2024)

Use all ATAR profile data as a guide only; it provides a broad overview of the ATARs and selection ranks of previous Year 12 students admitted into that course. ATARs and selection ranks required for entry in 2025 may be different. If you are unsure about including a course among your preferences, contact the relevant institution.

  1. This ATAR profile table is in line with Commonwealth Government transparency requirements. It is based on offers to recent school leavers (ie completed Year 12 in the last 2 years) who were selected solely or partly on their ATAR. Note that some institutions further differentiate this information on their websites.
  2. The ATAR values exclude any adjustment factors.
  3. The selection ranks include the ATAR and any adjustment factors.

Abbreviations

– = data is not available.
<5 = less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
NC = new course
NP = Not provided by institution
NR = No reportable profile
NS = No Semester 1 offers
NN = Unavailable (other)
NO = Entry on other criteria

Student profile

Course updates
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