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Bachelor of Communication and Media (ARB105.1)
Please note these are the 2026 details for this course
| Selection rank | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
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| 60 | Blended On campus |
Bruce, Canberra |
3.0 years |
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | UAC code |
| Faculty of Arts and Design | School of Arts and Communications |
View teaching periods | 362399 |
| Fees | English language requirements | AQF level | |
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View requirements | 7 | |
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.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
Commonwealth Support Place (CSP)
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.
Research Students
Most domestic Higher Degree by Research students are supported by an Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Fee Offset Scholarship and are not liable for fees up the standard course duration. Find out more about your eligibility here.
AQF Level
University of Canberra qualifications are recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
- Level 5 - Diploma
- Level 6 - Associate Degree
- Level 7 - Bachelor Degree
- Level 8 - Bachelor Honours Degree OR Graduate Certificate OR Graduate Diploma
- Level 9 - Masters Degree
- Level 10 - Doctoral Degree
| Academic entry requirements | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| On campus |
Bruce, Canberra |
3.0 years | |
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | CRICOS code |
| Faculty of Arts and Design | School of Arts and Communications |
View teaching periods | 118522E |
| Fees | English language requirements | AQF level | |
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View requirements | 7 | |
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.
AQF level
University of Canberra qualifications are recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
- Level 5 - Diploma
- Level 6 - Associate Degree
- Level 7 - Bachelor Degree
- Level 8 - Bachelor Honours Degree OR Graduate Certificate OR Graduate Diploma
- Level 9 - Masters Degree
- Level 10 - Doctoral Degree
Make an impact with a Bachelor of Communication and Media
Tell stories, share ideas and connect with audiences in powerful and creative ways.
At the University of Canberra, our Bachelor of Communication and Media will set you up to succeed as a professional communicator. From day one of your comms studies, you’ll be learning in professional facilities, collaborating with industry, publishing real content and building a portfolio that sets you apart.
Get hands-on experience in our campus radio station UCFM (Canberra’s #1 student station!) or see your work published in The Owl, UC’s own journalism and media platform. These experiences ensure your voice is heard and you graduate career-ready.
Specialist majors
Choose from six majors, or mix and match any combination to create a double major:
Marketing Communication: Explore how brands connect with audiences through campaigns, content and digital strategy. Learn to craft persuasive messages, analyse audiences and deliver marketing solutions that get results.
Public Relations and Strategic Communication: Build skills in storytelling, reputation management and advocacy. Learn how to shape public perception, manage crises and engage communities with impact.
Journalism: Develop the skills to research, report and produce compelling stories across digital, print and broadcast media. Gain experience creating accurate, ethical journalism that informs and inspires.
Sports Media: Learn how to cover the stories behind the games, clubs and athletes that shape sport culture. Build specialist skills in commentary, reporting and digital sports coverage.
Social Media and Content Creation: Understand how to plan, produce and share engaging content across platforms. Master analytics, strategy and storytelling to build online communities and influence.
Media Production: Create high-quality video, audio and multimedia content using professional facilities. Develop technical expertise and creative flair for work across film, TV, podcasting and beyond.
Study a Bachelor of Communication and Media and you will:
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Learn by doing, with practical projects, professional briefs and published work from your first semester
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Explore different majors through our flexible “sample before you specialise” approach before committing to a specialisation
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Build skills in writing, presenting, digital production, critical thinking and problem solving in spaces like UCFM, TV Studio, editing suites and more
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Collaborate with academics who are approachable, industry-active and invested in your success
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Gain up to 200 hours of professional experience, ensuring you graduate confident and career-ready
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Graduate with a portfolio that demonstrates your creativity, skill and adaptability
Study your way
This degree is available on campus with flexible study options. You can mix and match majors to create a double major as unique as your ambitions. Whether you’re launching your first career or building on what you’ve started, you’ll benefit from a supportive learning environment, industry-standard facilities and opportunities to connect with professionals.
Work Integrated Learning (WIL)
At UC, Work Integrated Learning (WIL) is built into all our courses. That means you’ll graduate with professional experience already on your CV. From producing content for live clients to working on community campaigns, you’ll have opportunities to get real experience with organisations like the ABC, Crux Media, Seven West Media, the Brumbies, Australian Public Service (APS) and more.
Career opportunities
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Advertising or marketing specialist
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Brand strategist
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Editor
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Journalist, reporter or broadcaster
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Media producer (video, audio, digital)
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Publicist, PR manager or media advisor
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Social media manager or content creator
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Sports journalist or commentator
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Strategic communication consultant
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
| Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Domestic | International |
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| 2026 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 1 | 16 February 2026 | ||
| 2026 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 2 | 10 August 2026 | ||
| 2027 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 1 | 15 February 2027 | ||
| 2027 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 2 | 09 August 2027 |
Credit arrangements
There are currently no formal credit transfer arrangements for entry to this course. Any previous study or work experience will only be considered as part of the application process in accordance with current course rules and university policy.
Bachelor of Communication and Media (ARB105) | 72 credit points
Note:
- Students must select Restricted Choice units that are not already part of their chosen major.
Note:
- Unit 12024 First Draft is no longer offered from Semester 1, 2026.
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- Unit 12027 Reporting Diversity is no longer offered from Semester 1, 2026.
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- Unit 11933 Sports Broadcasting is no longer offered from Semester 1, 2026.
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- From Semester 1, 2026, unit 12224 Sideline Eye: Sports Reporting has replaced unit 11093 Sideline Eye: Sports Reporting.
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- From Semester 1, 2026, unit 12225 Play-by-Play: Sports Media Values has replaced unit 11934 Sports Media and Society.
- Must pass 24 credit points from anywhere in the University, as a breadth major, a breadth minor and/or as individual units.
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
UC - Canberra, Bruce
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Course duration
Standard 3 years full time or part-time equivalent. Maximum 10 years from date of enrolment to date of course completion.
Learning outcomes
| Learning outcomes | Related graduate attributes |
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| Create professional written, audiovisual and multimedia storytelling content, tailored to a range of audiences and platforms, critically using emerging and evolving technologies. | UC graduates are professional: Employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills; communicate effectively; use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems; work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict; display initiative and drive, and use their organisational skills to plan and manage their workload; take pride in their professional and personal integrity. UC graduates are global citizens: Think globally about issues in their profession; adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries; understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures; communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings; make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives; behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives. UC graduates are lifelong learners: Reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development; be self-aware; adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas; evaluate and adopt new technology. UC graduates are able to demonstrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of knowing, being and doing: Use local Indigenous histories and traditional ecological knowledge to develop and augment understanding of their discipline; communicate and engage with Indigenous Australians in ethical and culturally respectful ways; apply their knowledge to working with Indigenous Australians in socially just ways. |
| Analyse dynamic media and information landscapes to identify relevant audiences and design communication strategies to engage them effectively. | UC graduates are professional: Employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills; communicate effectively; use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems; work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict; display initiative and drive, and use their organisational skills to plan and manage their workload; take pride in their professional and personal integrity. UC graduates are global citizens: Think globally about issues in their profession; adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries; understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures; communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings; make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives; behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives. UC graduates are lifelong learners: Reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development; be self-aware; adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas; evaluate and adopt new technology. UC graduates are able to demonstrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of knowing, being and doing: Use local Indigenous histories and traditional ecological knowledge to develop and augment understanding of their discipline; communicate and engage with Indigenous Australians in ethical and culturally respectful ways; apply their knowledge to working with Indigenous Australians in socially just ways. |
| Communicate ethically and responsibly, reflecting and responding to the diversity and needs of audiences across global contexts, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives. | UC graduates are professional: Employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills; communicate effectively; use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems; work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict; display initiative and drive, and use their organisational skills to plan and manage their workload; take pride in their professional and personal integrity. UC graduates are global citizens: Think globally about issues in their profession; adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries; understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures; communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings; make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives; behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives. UC graduates are lifelong learners: Reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development; be self-aware; adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas; evaluate and adopt new technology. UC graduates are able to demonstrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of knowing, being and doing: Use local Indigenous histories and traditional ecological knowledge to develop and augment understanding of their discipline; communicate and engage with Indigenous Australians in ethical and culturally respectful ways; apply their knowledge to working with Indigenous Australians in socially just ways. |
| Collaborate effectively within teams and with stakeholders, demonstrating an understanding of professional workflows and practices. | UC graduates are professional: Employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills; communicate effectively; use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems; work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict; display initiative and drive, and use their organisational skills to plan and manage their workload; take pride in their professional and personal integrity. UC graduates are global citizens: Think globally about issues in their profession; adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries; understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures; communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings; make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives; behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives. UC graduates are lifelong learners: Reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development; be self-aware; adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas; evaluate and adopt new technology. UC graduates are able to demonstrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of knowing, being and doing: Use local Indigenous histories and traditional ecological knowledge to develop and augment understanding of their discipline; communicate and engage with Indigenous Australians in ethical and culturally respectful ways; apply their knowledge to working with Indigenous Australians in socially just ways. |
| Synthesise research, theory and data to develop innovative responses to real-world challenges, driving meaningful impact. | UC graduates are professional: Employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills; communicate effectively; use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems; work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict; display initiative and drive, and use their organisational skills to plan and manage their workload; take pride in their professional and personal integrity. UC graduates are global citizens: Think globally about issues in their profession; adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries; understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures; communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings; make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives; behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives. UC graduates are lifelong learners: Reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development; be self-aware; adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas; evaluate and adopt new technology. UC graduates are able to demonstrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of knowing, being and doing: Use local Indigenous histories and traditional ecological knowledge to develop and augment understanding of their discipline; communicate and engage with Indigenous Australians in ethical and culturally respectful ways; apply their knowledge to working with Indigenous Australians in socially just ways. |
Placements requirements
Students must complete at least 100 hours in an approved internship placement in order to successfully complete this course.
Majors
- Core Major in Communication and Media (CM0002)
- Specialist Major in Sports Media (SM0009)
- Specialist Major in Media Production (SM0098)
- Specialist Major in Public Relations and Strategic Communication (SM0096)
- Specialist Major in Journalism (SM0007)
- Specialist Major in Social Media and Content Creation (SM0097)
- Specialist Major in Marketing Communication (SM0008)
Awards
| Award | Official abbreviation |
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| 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 Communication and Media (Public Relations and Strategic Communication) | BComm&Media (PRSC) |
| Bachelor of Communication and Media (Social Media and Content Creation) | BComm&Media (SMCC) |
| Bachelor of Communication and Media (Media Production) | BComm&Media (MediaProd) |
Honours
None.
Enquiries
| Student category | Contact details |
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| Prospective Domestic Students | Email study@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1800 UNI CAN (1800 864 226) |
| Current and Commencing Students | Email FAD.Student@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1300 301 727 |
| Prospective International Students | Email international@canberra.edu.au or Phone +61 2 6201 5342 |
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