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Bachelor of Design/Bachelor of Communication and Media (ARAR02.1)
Please note these are the 2023 details for this course
| Selection rank | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 60 | On campus |
Bruce, Canberra |
4.0 years |
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | UAC code |
| Faculty of Arts and Design | School of Arts and Communications School of Design and the Built Environment |
363205 | |
| Fees | English language requirements | ||
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English language requirements
An IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Selection rank
The selection rank is the minimum ATAR plus adjustment factors required for admission to the program in the previous year. This is an indicative guide only as ranks change each year depending on demand.
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Students enrolled in a Commonwealth Support Place (CSP) are required to make a contribution towards the cost of their education, which is set by the Commonwealth Government. Information on Commonwealth Supported Places, HECS-HELP and how fees are calculated can be found here.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
| Academic entry requirements | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| On campus |
Bruce, Canberra |
4.0 years | |
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | CRICOS code |
| Faculty of Arts and Design | School of Arts and Communications School of Design and the Built Environment |
099022J | |
| Fees | English language requirements | ||
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View requirements | ||
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Information on how fees are calculated can be found here.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
English language requirements
An IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Academic entry requirements
To study at UC, you’ll need to meet our academic entry requirements and any admission requirements specific to your course. Please read your course admission requirements below. To find out whether you meet UC’s academic entry requirements, visit our academic entry requirements page.
Ignite your creativity and show the world what you can do
Explore the intricacies of design and discover how creativity, form and function can inspire and influence. Then combine this with the hands-on knowledge and experience required of journalists, marketing managers and other media and communications professionals around the world to forge an exciting creative career with tangible results with UC’s Bachelor of Design/Bachelor of Communications and Media double degree.
As a student of design, your job is to create an experience that is functional, beautiful, intuitive and accessible. As a communications and media student your challenge is to examine creative ideologies, a range of platforms and target audiences and develop solutions to influence change. Together these two disciplines will give you the knowledge and skills to forge a creative career full of inspiration, problem-solving and great stories.
Taught in small, more personalised classes, the course offers an individually tailored learning environment that ensures each student receives the highest level of support and encouragement throughout their UC journey.
Combine a Bachelor of Design and a Bachelor of Communications and Media at UC and you will:
- identify the different stages of the ‘design for manufacture’ process
- gain the knowledge and skills necessary to launch your own interaction design business or seek employment within global markets across all industries.
- select appropriate methods, materials and processes for designing and prototyping products
- employ innovative use of different visual and emerging media types across print, screen and packaging
- develop effective design solutions for specific audiences and learn to apply advanced 2D and 3D digital design technologies
- specialise in one of four professional communications areas: journalism, marketing communication, corporate and public communication and sports media
- apply professional judgement and knowledge in adapting marketing communication theories, principles and methodologies across diverse social, cultural and organisational contexts
- explore narratives that inform, persuade and generate change.
Career opportunities
The career choices are virtually endless with UC’s Bachelor of Design/Bachelor of Communications and Media. Graduates will be able to explore working in a wide range of creative and/or communications roles, such as:
- industrial designer
- urban planner
- set designer
- graphic designer
- design consultant
- digital manufacturing designer
- creative copywriter
- editor
- advertising account manager
- content developer
- digital media specialist
- social media manager
- journalist
- campaign manager
- media or marketing analyst
- producer
- publisher.
Professional accreditation
Refer to individual courses.
Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank. A rank can be achieved by the following means:
- Year 12 ATAR
- other Australian Qualification
- work experience
- overseas qualification
We also offer a number of entry initiatives that give you the opportunity to gain entry to the University via alternate pathway programs and admissions schemes.
More information is available on our Alternative Entry page: http://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/applications/apply-now/alternative-entry
Assumed knowledge
None.
Periods course is open for new admissions
This course is not open for new admissions.
Credit arrangements
A credit transfer arrangement is available for this course for the following institutions:
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Bachelor of Design/Bachelor of Communication and Media (ARAR02) | 96 credit points
Note:
- From S2 2023 unit 11092 Game On: Sports Journalism Foundations has been replaced with 11932 Game On: Sports Media Foundations.
Note:
- From S2 2023 unit 11094 Live and Exclusive: Sports Broadcasting has been replaced with 11933 Sports Broadcasting.
Note:
- From S2 2023 unit 11095 The Sports Journalist: Ethical, Lawful and Professional has been replaced with 11934 Sports Media and Society.
- The Specialist Major in Interaction Design has been revised for 2022 & contains new units. The previous version of this major can be found in the 'Superseded Majors' section.
- Specialist majors determine the course award names. E.g. A Major in Industrial Design & a Major in Journalism lead to the awards B Design (Industrial Design) & B Communication & Media (Journalism).
Note:- Open Elective
- Two Open Electives
Note:
- 1. From 2022 11017 Professional Practice 1: Work Integrated Learning and 11018 Professional Practice 2: Work Integrated Learning are no longer offered.
- 2. From 2025, unit 12144 Professional Practice (Internships A) replaces unit 11829 Professional Practice (Internships A)
- 3. Students in the Bachelor of Communication and Media (Sports Media) must complete one of 11575 or 12144 and 11832.
- 4. Students in the Bachelor of Communication (Journalism) must complete 11830 and can then choose their final Professional Practice unit.
- 5. All other students must select two units from 12144, 11830, 11832 and 11833. Please email FAD.student@canberra.edu.au and request a personalised course plan if you are not sure.
- 1. Where units are duplicated in these majors, additional open elective units will be taken instead to meet credit point requirements.
- 2. The Core Major in Design has been revised for 2022 & contains new units. The previous version of this major can be found in the 'Superseded Majors' section.
Note:- Open Elective
- Two Open Electives
Note:
- From 2021 unit 11042 has been replaced by unit 11656. Students who have already passed 11042 do not need to pass 11656.
Note:
- Students enrolled in ARB201 B Design (Industrial Design) must complete 11574 Professional Practice: WIL Studio 3. All other students should complete 11018 Professional Practice 2: WIL.
Note:
- From 2021 unit 11043 has been replaced by unit 11655. Students who have already passed 11043 do not need to pass 11655.
- These majors have been revised from 2022. Students who commenced before 2022 should seek course advice.
In addition to course requirements, in order to successfully complete your course you must meet the inherent requirements. Please refer to the inherent requirements statement applicable to your course
Course duration
Standard 4 years full time or equivalent. Maximum 10 years.
Learning outcomes
| Learning outcomes | Related graduate attributes |
|---|---|
| Refer to individual courses. | - |
Majors
- Specialist Major in Interaction Design (SM0011)
- Core Major in Design (CM0003)
- Core Major in Design (CM0003)
- Core Major in Communication and Media (CM0002)
- Specialist Major in Industrial Design (SM0010)
- Specialist Major in Interaction Design (SM0011)
- Specialist Major in Visual Communication Design (SM0012)
- Specialist Major in Journalism (SM0007)
- Specialist Major in Sports Media (SM0009)
- Specialist Major in Corporate and Public Communication (SM0006)
- Specialist Major in Marketing Communication (SM0008)
Awards
| Award | Official abbreviation |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Communication and Media (Corporate and Public Communication) | BComm&Media (Corp&PubComm) |
| Bachelor of Communication and Media (Journalism) | BComm&Media (Jnl) |
| Bachelor of Communication and Media (Marketing Communication) | BComm&Media (MktgComm) |
| Bachelor of Communication and Media (Sports Media) | BComm&Media (SportsMedia) |
| Bachelor of Design (Industrial Design) | BDes (IndDes) |
| Bachelor of Design (Interaction Design) | BDes (InteractionDes) |
| Bachelor of Design (Visual Communication Design) | BDes (VisCommDes) |
Honours
Refer to individual courses.
Related courses
- Bachelor of Communication and Media (Corporate and Public Communication) (ARB101)
- Bachelor of Communication and Media (Journalism) (ARB102)
- Bachelor of Communication and Media (Marketing Communication) (ARB103)
- Bachelor of Communication and Media (Sports Media) (ARB104)
- Bachelor of Design (Industrial Design) (ARB201)
- Bachelor of Design (Interaction Design) (ARB202)
- Bachelor of Design (Visual Communication Design) (ARB203)
Enquiries
| Student category | Contact details |
|---|---|
| Current and Commencing Students: | Email FAD.Student@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1300 301 727 |
| Prospective Domestic Students: | Email study@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1800 UNI CAN (1800 864 226) |
| Prospective International Students: | Email international@canberra.edu.au or Phone +61 2 6201 5342 |
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