Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Advanced Studies (Media and Communications)

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Advanced Studies in Media and Communications prepares students for a range of careers in the ever-evolving media landscape. Through hands-on training in production and an advanced study of history and theory, the program provides students with the skills to create impactful content. With its focus on practical experience and internship opportunities, graduates will have a strong foundation for a successful career in media and communications.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

This program, the Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Advanced Studies (Media and Communications), is designed to prepare students for careers in the media and communications industry. The program covers a wide range of topics, including media production, the structure of the media and communications industries, the media's role in culture and politics, and contemporary legal and ethical issues prevalent in the field. It provides students with the skills and knowledge to create impactful content in the ever-evolving media landscape.

Outline:

• Program Content: The program provides professional training in the main areas of media production and an advanced education in the history, theory, and professional practices of the field.
• Program Structure:
• Students will complete a program in Media and Communications, focusing on media production, the structure of the media and communications industries, the media's role in culture and politics, and contemporary legal and ethical issues prevalent in the field.
• Students will also choose a second major from either the disciplinary pool or the shared pool and units from the Open Learning Environment.
• In the final year, students will undertake advanced coursework where they will enhance their leadership, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Students will complete a substantial real-world project individually or in collaboration with other students.
• Course Schedule:
• The program is four years full-time (available part-time).
• Faculty: The program is taught by experienced faculty who are experts in their fields.
• Unique Approaches: The program emphasizes practical, job-ready experience.
Students will have the opportunity to participate in internships and work placements with leading organizations in the media and communications industry.

Careers:

• Career Paths: The program prepares graduates for a range of careers in the media and communications industry, including:
• corporate communications
• journalism or reporting (print, online, radio, television)
• editing
• market or media research
• production or programming (radio, TV, podcasts)
• digital production
• media advising
• content creation
• web development
• social media management
• post-production
• marketing and public relations consulting
• Opportunities: Graduates will have the opportunity to work across many different industries and roles.
• Outcomes: The program equips students with a very modern skillset that opens up a range of professional fields.

Other:

• Internship: The program requires students to complete an internship in a media organization.
• Work Hours: Students are required to complete 35 hours per week over 4 weeks for a total of 140 hours.
• Key Features:
• Flexibility:
Students can tailor their degree by choosing a second major from a shared pool of 100+ majors and minors, and by delving into a final-year project.
• Practical Experience: The program offers extensive internships and work placements with leading organizations.
• Research Excellence: Students can fuel their research ambitions in specialized media and communications fields.
• Leading School: The program is taught at a leading school that blends academic rigor, industry insight, and technical prowess.