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4 Years
On campus
Full time or part-time equivalent
10 August 2026 (Semester 2, 2026) | 15 February 2027 (Semester 1, 2027) | 09 August 2027 (Semester 2, 2027)
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
Bruce, Canberra
Australian National University, 110 Ellery Cresent - Baldessin Precinct Building, Acton, ACT 2601
Eligibility
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Accreditation Status
AccreditedCourse Content
Professional Orientation (Government and Policy)
Level 1
Introduction to Economics
Level 1
Introduction to Politics and Government
Level 1
Investigating and Explaining Society
Level 1
Professional Evidence (Government and Policy)
Level 3
Introduction to Public Policy
Level 1
International Business Study Tour
Level 2
Business, Government & Law Extended Internship
Level 3
Business, Government & Law Professional Internship
Level 3
BGL Internship (Commerce)
Level 3
BGL Internship (Business and Management)
Level 3
BGL Internship (Government and Policy)
Level 3
Organisational Communications, Culture and Change
Level 3
Business Communication
Level 2
Social Enterprise
Level 2
BGL Research Internship
Level 3
Introduction to International Relations
Level 1
Politics and Democracy
Level 1
National Security
Level 3
Politics and Security in the Asia-Pacific
Level 3
Anthropology of Power: Lands, Peoples and Knowledges
Level 2
Foreign Policy
Level 3
Geopolitics
Level 3
International Economics
Level 3
The Challenge of Modern Terrorism
Level 3
Professional Orientation (Communication and Media)
Level 1
Professional Evidence (Communication and Media)
Level 3
Understanding Communication and Media
Level 1
Making Media
Level 1
Communication and Media: Find Your Path
Level 1
The Responsible Communicator
Level 1
Professional Practice Internship
Level 3
Professional Practice (Internships B)
Level 3
Professional Practice (Internships A)
Level 3
Global Brand Communication
Level 3
Word and Image
Level 3
Global Environmental Futures
Level 3
Global Activism and Social Change
Level 3
The Kids are All Right: Literature for 0-18
Level 3
Impact and Enterprise G
Level G
Heritage Materials and Their Environments G
Level G
The Cultural Significance of Patina G
Level G
Heritage Materials - Structure and Integrity G
Level G
Heritage Materials - Aesthetics and Stability G
Level G
Communicating Politics G
Level G
Communication Trends and Innovation G
Level G
Industry and Identity: Challenges and Triumphs G
Level G
Emerging Production Technologies
Level 3
Digital Production Project
Level 3
Indigeneity and the Creative Sector G
Level G
Visual Communication for Creative Businesses G
Level G
UX Design G
Level G
Deep Dives
Level 3
Public Opinion
Level 3
Integrated Digital Marketing and Communication G
Level G
Reputation: Issues and Crisis Communication
Level 3
Social Media Campaigns
Level 3
Play-by-Play: Sports Media Values
Level 3
First Draft
Level 1 — Specialist Major in Journalism
On Assignment
Level 1 — Specialist Major in Journalism
Streaming and Social
Level 2
Radio and TV
Level 2
Editorial Leadership
Level 3
Podcasting
Level 2
Reporting Diversity
Level 2
Representation and Diversity
Level 1
Game On: Sports Media Foundations
Level 1 — Specialist Major in Sports Media
Sports Broadcasting
Level 2 — Specialist Major in Sports Media
Sideline Eye: Sports Reporting
Level 1
Sideline Eye: Sports Reporting
Level 2
Sports Media and Society
Level 3
Design for Digital Contexts
Level 2 — Specialist Major in Media Production
The Creative Producer
Level 3 — Specialist Major in Media Production
Sound Design
Level 1 — Specialist Major in Media Production
Film Tools
Level 1 — Specialist Major in Media Production
Image and Animation Production
Level 1 — Specialist Major in Media Production
Stakeholder Engagement
Level 2 — Specialist Major in Public Relations and Strategic Communication
Organisational Storytelling: Producing Earned and Owned Media
Level 1
Communication Strategy and Campaign Planning
Level 2
Communicating with Intent: Strategic Communication Foundations
Level 1
Visual Communication Theory and Principles
Level 1 — Specialist Major in Social Media and Content Creation
The Craft of Creative Communication
Level 3
Foundations of Marketing Communication
Level 1 — Specialist Major in Marketing Communication
Managing Brands
Level 1 — Specialist Major in Marketing Communication
Channel Planning and Selection
Level 2 — Specialist Major in Marketing Communication
Common Questions
Students can choose from the following specialist majors for the Communication and Media component: Journalism, Sports Media, Media Production, Public Relations and Strategic Communication, Social Media and Content Creation, and Marketing Communication. The award name for the Communication & Media part of the course is determined by the choice of major, e.g. Specialist Major in Journalism leads to the award 'Bachelor of Communication & Media (Journalism)'.
An IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent) is required for both domestic and international students.
The course is delivered on campus at Bruce, Canberra. New admissions are open for Semester 2, 2026 (starting 10 August 2026), Semester 1, 2027 (starting 15 February 2027), and Semester 2, 2027 (starting 09 August 2027), for both domestic and international students.
The double degree offers highly transferable qualifications that could lead to careers as a member of parliament, public affairs consultant, political researcher, intelligence officer, national security adviser, foreign policy adviser, political adviser, diplomat, campaign director, campaign manager, brand manager, digital advertising sales manager, marketing manager, media analyst, freelance consultant, public affairs manager, corporate communications manager, communication strategist, and more.
There are currently no formal credit transfer arrangements for entry to this course. Any previous study or work experience will only be considered as part of the application process in accordance with current course rules and university policy.
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