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Bachelor of Communication and Media

University of Wollongong

CRICOS provider number: 00102E TEQSA provider ID: PRV12062

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About

Be in demand in an increasingly connected and digital world as you study communication and media at UOW. With an emphasis on high-level skills in media production, communication research and independent project work, you will develop a strong foundation in the national and international communication and media industry. How do we connect in an over-connected world? How can our message be heard across cluttered communications channels? On completion of this degree, you will be able to answer these questions and more as you are prepared for global careers with flexible and transferable skills.

You will benefit from the expertise of our teaching staff who are some of the best in their fields. Be immersed in the art of communication as you study digital and social media, visual communication design, and journalism. You will be prepared for a broad range of careers are you discover screen media production, marketing, advertising and more.

Throughout your degree you will develop a portfolio of works that develop and demonstrate your ability to apply theories into practice. In addition to the core subjects in the Bachelor of Communication and Media, you will complete at least one major from the prescribed list (see areas of study below). You can also increase your knowledge and employability in the media and communication industries by completing two majors.

Areas of study

Digital and social media, journalism, marketing communication and advertising, screen media production, visual communication design.

Career opportunities

Media research and analysis, corporate communications, digital content development, copywriter, social media manager, advertising, publishing, marketing, government media policy/strategy, media education.

Practical experience

A portfolio of work is developed throughout the duration of this degree, tying key concepts studied into projects and mediums of your choice.

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, 2023)

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 2024 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

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