Bachelor of Communication (Media)

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Communication (Media) at RMIT University equips students with practical skills and creativity to produce compelling content across various media platforms. Through project-based studio learning, students develop multi-skilled communication abilities, integrating production, analysis, and critical reflection. The program boasts strong industry connections and international opportunities, preparing graduates for successful careers in the media and creative industries.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Bachelor of Communication (Media) at RMIT University is an innovative degree that blends practical skills and creativity. Students will develop the skills they need to work across film, television, radio, social, and digital media.

Objectives:

• Produce innovative and compelling content across a wide range of existing and emerging media platforms.
• Integrate practical production, conceptual analysis, and critical reflection with professional industry knowledge to produce critically informed contemporary media professionals who are creative, socially aware, and multi-skilled communicators.

Program Description:

• Learning and Teaching: Learning takes place within small-class sized, project-based studio environments that encourage active participation and develop skills in key contemporary media production practices.
Studio-based learning is a distinguishing feature of the program. In studios, learning emerges through the act of making—an investigative and highly creative process driven by research, exploration, experimentation, critique, and reflection.
• Assessment Methods: Students will be assessed through a variety of forms including presentations, exhibitions, and staff, peer, and self-assessment.
• Industry Connections: The RMIT Media program is widely recognized by employers for its industry-ready graduates.
The Industry Advisory Committee is made up of figures representing leading cultural institutions and media organizations. Students are strongly encouraged to take advantage of the many opportunities offered by RMITV, the student-run television station broadcasting on Channel 31. Students can also work with independent radio broadcasters 3RRR FM and SYN FM, both of which have strong and long-standing links with the Media program.
• International Opportunities: Students have the option to study overseas for a semester as an exchange or study abroad student.
They can also select study tour intensives as electives.

Career Outcomes:

RMIT media graduates can be found throughout the media, communications, and broader creative industries within Australia and internationally. As a graduate, you'll edge out others by being multi-skilled, global in outlook, and capable of working across a range of media forms and organizational contexts.