Bachelor of Arts - Communication and Media Studies
- 3 years
- Duration
- 48,300 AUD/year
- Price
- Rolling admission
- Start
- Rolling admission
- Deadline
- Bachelor
- Degree
- Campus
- Format
- Perth / Australia
- Location
Program description
Modern mediation and communication tools and practices are changing how we conceive about our identities, relationships, and communities, from language to screen and emoji to social networks. This major combines theoretical knowledge with practical communication and digital media skills to help you become a successful communicator.
Your training will cover everything from recording, editing, and designing to the economic and ethical considerations that underpin digital media production. We teach students how to express complex ideas in various media forms while working collaboratively, not just how to ‘do’ media and communication work.
This major is for you if you are fascinated by how communication and media work in society, passionate about debating media topics and issues, see media and communication as central to good citizenship, and love the idea of combining your interests with other Bachelor of Arts or Commerce options.
We teach you to manage projects, collaborate, and solve complicated challenges through a variety of practical exercises. Presentation and writing abilities are also taught.
Program structure
Level 1
Core (take all units — 12 points):
- COMM1001 Power, Participation and Meaning (6)
- COMM1002 Cultures, New Media and Communications (6)
Level 2
Core (take all units — 12 points):
- COMM2001 Media Influence (6)
- COMM2002 Digital Media (6)
Level 3
Core (take all units — 6 points):
- COMM3001 Media Enterprise in Transition (6)
Option (take units to the value of at least 18 points from this group)
- COMM3002 Media Production Project (6)
- COMM3003 Designing Interactive Media (6)
- COMM3004 Journalism and Strategic Communication (6)
Price
- Tuition fee — 48,300 AUD per year.
A standard full time enrolment of 48 points per year equals 1 EFTSL (1 EFTSL is the Equivalent Full Time Study Load). If you enrol in more or less than 48 credit points per year, your yearly annual fee may be different. Tuition fees are reviewed annually and are subject to increase, as outlined in the UWA Acceptance Contract.
Requirements for applicants
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have
- achieved an ATAR of at least 75, or equivalent as recognised by UWA or
- an assured pathway offer or
- achieved a score of at least 100 in UWA's experienced based entry assessment or
- a place in a relevant UWA access program.
English competency
- Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.
For more information on requirements, please contact your Edumapple manager.
About the university
With a founding purpose to "advance the prosperity and welfare of communities," the University of the State was established in 1911 and opened its doors in 1913 to a small student body of 184. More than 28,000 students hailing from 115 different countries are now enrolled.
In the realms of education, research, and student success, UWA has been at the forefront of groundbreaking innovations since its inception. However, a university is more than just a place to get a degree and do research.
Throughout Western Australia, the country, and the globe, UWA has played an important role in advancing knowledge, culture, and the economy for over a century.
As the sole institution in Western Australia to be ranked in the top 100 globally, UWA has earned praise for its creative curricula, strong ties to local businesses, dedication to the student experience, and groundbreaking research.
Choosing to study at UWA means becoming a member of a community that has a reputation for leading good change, both locally and globally. You will also become part of a network of dedicated and innovative leaders who are determined to make a difference.
