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Bachelor of Communication and Media/ Bachelor of Event and Tourism Management (ARMG01.2)
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Bachelor of Communication and Media/ Bachelor of Event and Tourism Management
| Selection rank | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65 | 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 Canberra Business School |
View teaching periods | 361532 |
| 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 Canberra Business School |
View teaching periods | 099002B |
| 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.
The ultimate show and tell
Use your energy and creativity to design and produce the finest social events, then use your communication and media skills to present your masterpiece on the world stage with the UC Bachelor of Communication and Media/Bachelor of Event and Tourism Management double degree.
The course will push you creatively and will help develop your project management capabilities while giving you the tools to imagine, design and create events that engage, inspire and influence and integrated advertising communication campaigns designed to stimulate maximum audience participation.
Collectively you’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of how to produce a world class professional event from initial concept development and funding all the way through to integrated advertising, production and delivery.
This course also offers smaller, more personalised classes, delivering students with an individually tailored learning environment to ensure they receive the highest level of support and encouragement throughout their UC study journey.
Study a Bachelor of Communication and Media and Bachelor of Event and Tourism Management at UC and you will:
- apply professional judgement and knowledge in adapting marketing communication theories, principles and methodologies across diverse social, cultural and organisational contexts
- work flexibly, collaboratively and autonomously in deadline-driven environments
- learn strategy and campaign development, social and digital analytics, the basics of graphic design and visual language, multi-media production and stakeholder management
- create professional communication and media work that supports, promotes or critiques a range of domestic and global programs or issues
- apply the management skills necessary to function effectively, strategically and ethically in business and entrepreneurial roles in the event and tourism management arenas.
Career opportunities
The UC Bachelor of Communication and Media/Bachelor of Event and Tourism Management degree is a unique course that offers highly transferable qualifications that can be used in a variety of industries or jobs, such as:
- event manager
- conference centre manager
- tourism information officer
- restaurant manager
- public relations officer
- marketing manager
- festival program director
- advertising campaign manager
- wedding planner
- travel consultant
- tourism policy officer
- local government economic development manager
- tourism research consultant
- tourism attraction manager
- tourism bus company manager
- hotel or resort executive.
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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| 2024 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 1 | 05 February 2024 | ||
| 2024 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 2 | 29 July 2024 | ||
| 2025 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 1 | 03 February 2025 | ||
| 2025 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 2 | 28 July 2025 | ||
| 2026 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 1 | 02 February 2026 | ||
| 2026 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 2 | 27 July 2026 |
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/ Bachelor of Event and Tourism Management (ARMG01) | 96 credit points
Note:
- 1. From 2022 11017 Professional Practice 1: Work Integrated Learning and 11018 Professional Practice 2: Work Integrated Learning are no longer offered.
- 2. Students in the Sports Media Specialisation must complete unit 11575, students in Journalism specialisation must complete unit 11830 and then can choose for their final Professional Practice unit.
- 3. All other students must select two units from 11829, 11830, 11832 and 11833. Please email FAD.student@canberra.edu.au and request a personalised course plan if you are not sure.
- The award name for the Communication & Media part of this course is determined by choice of major. E.g. Spclst Major in Journalism leads to the award 'Bachelor of Communication & Media (Journalism)'.
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 Journalism (SM0007)
- Specialist Major in Event and Tourism Management (SM0028)
- Core Major in Event and Tourism Management (CM0010)
- Specialist Major in Marketing Communication (SM0008)
- Core Major in Communication and Media (CM0002)
- Specialist Major in Corporate and Public Communication (SM0006)
- Specialist Major in Sports Media (SM0009)
Awards
| Award | Official abbreviation |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Event and Tourism Management | B Event&TrsmMgt |
| 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) |
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 Event and Tourism Management (MGB401)
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) |
| Prospective International Students: | Email international@canberra.edu.au or Phone +61 2 6201 5342 |
| Current and Commencing Students: | Email FAD.Student@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1300 301 727 |
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