Course Overview

About This Course

Our media and communication courses not only show you the history, evolution and present issues regarding news, advertising and the media, they teach you how words and images can change the world. In the digital age, the work of media and communication professionals has never been more important. All businesses, governments and not-for-profits need to communicate and with a communication degree, you can move into journalism, production, advertising, PR, or any number of other creative pursuits. Use your skills to harness the right message, to the right people, at the right time.

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

Requirements

Entry requirements are not specified on this page. Please refer to the course detail page for ATAR scores and entry requirements.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

With a communication degree, you can move into journalism, production, advertising, PR, or any number of other creative pursuits. Graduates have gone on to work for media companies in Melbourne, in roles such as Communications Manager – Community for AFL Victoria.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Accreditation Details

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What disciplines can I specialise in within the Bachelor of Media and Communication at Swinburne?

Swinburne's Media and Communication courses cover over 10 discipline areas including Advertising, Cinema and Screen Studies, Creative Writing and Literature, Games and Interactivity, Immersive Media, Journalism, Media Industries, Media Studies, Professional Writing and Editing, Public Relations, Social Media, and Sports Media.

What career outcomes can I expect after completing the Bachelor of Media and Communication?

Graduates can move into journalism, production, advertising, PR, or any number of other creative pursuits. For example, Journalism graduate Kirstie became Communications Manager – Community for AFL Victoria, and Advertising graduate Johanna made industry connections through her lecturers to start her career.

Does Swinburne provide any software or tools for Media and Communication students?

Yes, Swinburne students get free access to Adobe Creative Cloud and over 20+ apps as part of their studies.

How do Swinburne's Media and Communication graduates compare in terms of salary?

Swinburne is ranked #1 in Victoria for graduate starting salary, with the median starting salary for graduates being equal highest in the state, according to the QILT: Graduate Outcomes Survey 2017–2019.

Does the Bachelor of Media and Communication offer any double degree options?

Yes, Swinburne offers a Bachelor of Media and Communication / Bachelor of Business as a combined double degree option, in addition to the standalone Bachelor of Media and Communication.

Application

How to Apply

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Step 02

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Step 03

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