Bachelor of Communication and Media

University of Wollongong - Wollongong

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Overview

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.

Majors

Areas of study

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

Potential Career Outcomes

Career opportunities

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

ATAR & Selection Rank

The table below shows the ATAR and Selection Rank information for those offered places wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR in 2022.

ATAR-based offers only, across all offer rounds
ATAR
(excluding adjustment factors)
Selection Rank
(including adjustment factors)
Highest rank to receive an offer90.4590.45
Median rank to receive an offer72.0876.38
Lowest rank to receive an offer62.4565

<5 - Less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made

Admission Criteria

Please refer to the University of Wollongong website for admission criteria information.

Course Seeker

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