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Bachelor of Media

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Explore the fast-paced and evolving world of media in ºÚÁÏÍø´óʼǒs Bachelor of Media. Unlock career opportunities in fields including journalism, public relations, advertising and screen production. Gain the specialist experience you need to succeed in this diverse industry.
Commencing Terms
Term 1, 2 & 3
Duration
3 Year(s)
Delivery Mode
Face-to-face (includes blended)
Campus
Kensington
Codes
UAC code 422800
Program code 3341
CRICOS code 110658J
Entry Requirements
The lowest selection rank is: The lowest ATAR + adjustment factors that received an offer for the year listed. This provides an indicative guide for the current year's entry and may vary each year.
ATAR/2025 lowest selection rank
80.0
View all admission criteria
Fees
2025 Indicative first year full fee
$15,500*
2025 Indicative full fee to complete degree
$48,000*

ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Portfolio Entry Information Session

This degree is eligible for Portfolio Entry. Learn how you can put your best foot forward with your application at our information sessions. Join us on campus at ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Sydney or online - we'll guide you through what to include in your portfolio, how to apply and tips to help you succeed.

  • Tuesday 11 November | Kensington campus | 10am - 11am | Arts, Design & Architecture degrees only |
  • Wednesday 12 November | Online | 6pm - 7pm |Ìý

Applications for Term 1 & Term 2 2026 are closed

New applications for New Overseas Student Commencements (NOSC) for Term 1, 2026 and Term 2, 2026 have closed. International students can still apply for Term 3, 2026. Find out if this closure applies to you.

Overview

If you want a career that’s creative, fast-moving and at the centre of how we connect and communicate, ºÚÁÏÍø´óʼǒs Bachelor of Media is your launchpad. This dynamic degree will give you the conceptual, strategic, creative and critical capabilities you’ll need to thrive in this constantly evolving industry, where trends change by the day and out-of-the-box thinkers shine.

The job opportunities with a Bachelor of Media are as varied as your TikTok feed, and you’ll have the chance to shape your degree to suit your interests. Specialise in cinema studies, communications & journalism, media studies, public relations & advertising, or screen production, with the freedom and flexibility to choose from prescribed electives and expansion courses, too.ÌýÌý

Across three years of full-time study, you’ll learn in a mix of lectures, tutorials, workshops and studio settings that mirror professional media environments. From your first year, you’ll be encouraged to experiment with ideas, sharpen your technical skills and collaborate on projects that have real-world impact. You’ll also have opportunities to take part in internships, industry placements and Innovation Hub projects that connect you directly with employers. When you graduate, you’ll have a strong understanding of how media shapes our world, and the professional experience and portfolio to launch your media career.

Key features

Learn from leaders in mediaÌý
Soak up knowledge from world-leading researchers and teachers who are shaping the future of media. Many of our academics are still active in the industry – making films, growing brands and writing for leading publications. You’ll also get the chance to learn directly from industry-leading guest lecturers throughout your media degree.Ìý

Real-world learning and professional connections Ìý
Put theory into practice with work-integrated learning, internships and access to industry-standard studios and technologies. You’ll also connect with agencies, media organisations and creative professionals through seminars, projects and networking opportunities – all helping you to build your confidence and stand out to future employers.Ìý

Study at a leading faculty Ìý
As a student of the Bachelor of Media, you’ll join ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Arts, Design and Architecture, a leading faculty ranked #4 in Australia for Communication & Media Studies and in Australia’s top 5 for 12 subjects (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2025).Ìý

Why study at ºÚÁÏÍø´óʼÇ?

Join an inclusive community

Study alongside ambitious, curious and creative students who share your passion for media. At ºÚÁÏÍø´óʼÇ, you’ll find mentors and lifelong friends who challenge and inspire you, and a community that celebrates fresh ideas and bold thinking. Get involved in one of the many Arts, Design & Architecture clubs and societies, such as the or , to build connections and make your university experience even richer.Ìý

Take advantage of our 1000+ links to industry partners
ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Arts, Design & Architecture is extremely well-connected, with links to 1000+ industry partners across a diverse range of disciplines. Get hands-on experience outside the classroom through Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunities, internships, professional placements, networking events and more.

Belong to a global networkÌý
Media is a global industry, and your ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç degree opens doors worldwide. With alumni in 127 countries, international study exchanges, global work placements and partnerships with organisations like the United Nations, you’ll graduate with the experience and perspective to build a career that extends far beyond Australia.Ìý

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Program Code
3341
CRICOS Code
110658J
Campus
Kensington
UAC Code
422800
Total Units of Credit (UOC)
144

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Entry requirements

2025 Lowest Selection Rank
80.0
2025 A levels
10.0
2025 IB Diploma
30.0
2025 Lowest ATAR
66.15*
    1. The 2025 Lowest Selection Rank (LSR) is the adjusted rank (ATAR plus adjustment factors) you would have needed to gain entry to this degree in 2025.
    2. The 2025 A levels score is based on four Advanced Level (A2) subjects. Entry scores are calculated from the best three or four A2 subjects (excluding repeated subjects) using the following values: A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1. At most one Applied A Level subject may be included in the best four subjects used to calculate the aggregate.
    3. The 2025 IB Diploma is an indication of the IB you would have needed to gain entry to this degree in 2025. It is to be used as a guide only.
    4. The 2025 Lowest ATAR is the lowest ATAR (before adjustment factors were applied) to which an offer was made. Where <5 is listed, this indicates that less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made and so the score has not been published. N/A indicates no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
      *The Lowest ATAR to which an offer was made, for this program, is based on a ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Gateway Early Conditional Offer.
  • At ºÚÁÏÍø´óʼÇ, we are committed to ensuring prospective students have all the information they need in order to make informed decisions about their study options.

    To assist you in gaining a better understanding of how Admissions works at ºÚÁÏÍø´óʼÇ, we have provided you with a summary of ATAR offers and the student profile.

    We hope this information will help you identify the degree that is right for you.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Domestic students are eligible to apply for the following volume of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) credits towards their ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç degree that belong in the Faculty of Arts, Design & Architecture:

  • 1-year Diploma: 48 UoC (equivalent to first year)
  • 1.5-year Advanced Diploma/Associate Degree: Up to 72 UoC (equivalent to first year and a half)
  • 2-year Advanced Diploma/Associate Degree: Up to 96 UoC (equivalent to two years)

Considering your previous qualifications and their relevance to the chosen program at ºÚÁÏÍø´óʼÇ, the type and amount of credit you can apply for, as well as the duration of your remaining program, will then be determined. 

Assessment by the Program Director is required for RPL applications toward Professional Accredited programs. Please note that eligibility for the full volume of RPL may be subject to accreditation requirements.

Portfolio EntryÌý

At ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç ADA, you will find the freedom and support to design the future you want. An ADA Portfolio Entry submission will demonstrate your passions alongside your best work, to boost your chances of admission to a bachelor’s degree of your choice. For more information and to see specific guidelines for portfolio submissions visit ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Portfolio Entry.Ìý

Prerequisites

You don’t need to have completed prerequisite courses, but we do assume you have a Year 12 (or equivalent) level of knowledge.

Assumed knowledge

None

Adjustment Factors


We offer a range of adjustment factor schemes that reward students for academic performance and extra-curricular achievements. These schemes also take into account a range of personal and educational disadvantages that may have affected your studies.Ìý

HSC PlusÌý
This scheme rewards students who perform well in Year 12 subjects that are relevant to their preferred ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç degree. You may be awarded up to five points.Ìý

Elite Athletes, Performers and Leaders (EAPL)Ìý
This program recognises achievements in the areas of sport, academia, leadership and music at an elite level. You may be eligible for up to five points.


Factors such as illness, financial hardship, language difficulties or attending a particular school can mean you don't always get the best possible marks in Years 11 and 12. If one of these situations applies to you, submit an application for the Educational Access Scheme (EAS) via UAC. Eligible students can receive between 1 and 10 points towards their chosen ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç degree.

Admission pathways


Your ATAR is not the only measure of your potential to succeed, which is why we offer a range of pathways into university. Explore your options below andÌýget in touchÌýwith our Future Student Advisers to discuss your path to ºÚÁÏÍø´óʼÇ.Ìý

Gateway Admission Pathway
This scheme is open to students who attend Gateway schools, live in a low-socioeconomic area based on IRSAD and IEO indexes ofÌý, or are an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander person. It adjusts the ATAR requirements for your preferred ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç degree and provides early offers and early conditional offers to ºÚÁÏÍø´óʼÇ.Ìý

Entry programs for Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
We offer entry programs for Indigenous Australians, including the Indigenous Preparatory Programs and the Indigenous Admission Scheme (IAS). The entry pathway program you apply for will depend on the degree you want to study.Ìý

University Preparation Program

If you want to study at ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç but faced challenges in year 11 and 12 that make you eligible for the ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç ACCESS Scheme, but you don't meet the cut-off for degree entry, consider the University Preparation Program.

The University Preparation Program is a one-year pathwayÌýto a ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç degree place. You'll study subjects that allow you to develop your academic skills, including maths skills if needed, so that you can achieve your best results. You also study degree level courses from week one, to give you a realistic introduction to university level study. If you do well in these courses you can earn course credit towards your degree.

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English language requirements

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You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.

If you’re completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g. NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency.

If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:

  • English language tests and university English courses
  • Prior study in the medium of English
  • Other qualifications

If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.

For more details, visit the English Language Requirements page.Ìý

International direct entry

Information for applicants with CBSE, HKDSE or Singapore A Levels Qualification

Calculating your CBSE Score:
Awarded by CBSE, average percentage marks across English or Hindi, and your best four remaining subjects. Where marks are given as a range, the mid-point for that range is used e.g. 75 to 80 = 77.5.

Calculating your HKDSE Score:
Entry requirements are based on the aggregate of the best 5 achieved category A subjects (category B and C subjects are not considered).

For subjects other than Citizenship and Social Development: level 5**=7 points, level 5*=6 points, level 5=5 points, level 4=4 points, level 3=3 points, level 2=2 points, level 1=1 point, Level U=0 point.

For subject Citizenship and Social Development: Attained=2 points, Unattained=0 point. Citizenship and Social Development will only be counted towards the aggregate if the 2 points awarded for Attained ranks among the student’s best five scoring subjects.

If Mathematics Compulsory Part and Extended Part (Module 1 or 2) are both presented, both scores can be counted.

Calculating your Singapore A Levels:
Due to significant changes to the GCE A-Level Curriculum and University Admissions Score (UAS) calculation effective 2026, ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç assessment is currently under review.

Note: Entry requirements published on this page are correct as of the day of publication and may change without notice.Ìý

We do not accept secondary qualifications from this country. We may accept tertiary study results, please for more information.

Please for direct entry requirements.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Typically, international students are eligible to apply for the following volume of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) credits towards their ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç degree that belong in the Faculty of Arts, Design & Architecture:

  • 1-year Diploma: Up to 48 UoC
  • 1.5-year Advanced Diploma/Associate Degree: Up to 72 UoC
  • 2-year Advanced Diploma/Associate Degree: Up to 96 UoC

Generally, International students must ensure that their prior qualifications are assessed and deemed relevant to the program they intend to pursue. Additionally, they are required to maintain a full-time study load as part of the conditions for their Confirmation of Enrolment.

Prerequisites

You don’t need to have completed prerequisite courses, but we do assume you have a Year 12 (or equivalent) level of knowledge.

Admission pathways


If you do not meet the requirements for direct entry into your chosen degree, you may be eligible for a pathway program with . ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç College provides alternative entry options using university-approved content so that you can start your ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç journey with confidence. 

English language requirements


You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç depending on whether you are from an English-speaking background or non-English speaking background. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.

If English is not your first language, you’ll need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you can be given an offer to study at ºÚÁÏÍø´óʼÇ. You can do this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:

  • English language tests and university English courses
  • Prior study in the medium of English
  • Other qualifications

If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.

For more details, visit theÌýEnglish Language RequirementsÌýpage.Ìý

Check the specific English language requirements for this program

What will I study?

ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç is introducing a new academic calendar from 2028.

We are moving to a new flex-semester calendar. What does this mean for your studies?Ìý

Program structure

The Bachelor of Media at ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç is a flexible media degree with five specialisations to choose from: cinema studies, communication & journalism, media studies, public relations & advertising, or screen production. You can combine your specialisation with another minor from within the Bachelor of Media, Arts, Design & Architecture or ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Business School.

Specialisations

In ºÚÁÏÍø´óʼÇ's Bachelor of Media, you can choose one of five different specialisations:

  • What makes cinematic experiences move our hearts and minds so deeply? Discover how cinema can affect us powerfully, through the creative combination of various methods, techniques, narratives, and messages.Ìý

    This specialisation will develop your skills in critical thinking, researching, planning, and presenting conceptual projects. You’ll understand the intersection between entertainment, politics, and aesthetics, with a critical exploration of political cinema, cult film, experimental and mainstream movies.

    Hone your critical voice while developing skills in close and careful film analysis and deepen your understanding of the intersections between popular entertainment, politics, and aesthetics.Ìý

    You’ll have opportunities to apply your knowledge to practical industry experiences such as collaborating on a short film, running a film festival, and doing an industry internship.

    Upon graduating, you’ll be ready for a career in creative and cultural industries, including film journalism, festival programming, distribution, advertising, policy, and education.

  • Telling stories effectively, ethically, and powerfully—whether on a page, on a screen, or in a VR environment—is at the heart of studying communications and journalism at ºÚÁÏÍø´óʼÇ.Ìý

    You’ll be encouraged to become an influential, entrepreneurial, and strategic communicator able to take a leadership role, tackle complex issues, and participate in a global industry.ÌýÌý

    Recognised as the Australian university with the strongest links to these industries, we’ll provide you with the opportunity to dive into work experience and forge professional connections in real-world media settings. Past students have completed work placements at Channel 10, SBS Radio, Sydney Writers’ Festival, Oxfam Australia, and the ABC, to name a few. You’ll join a diverse community of thinkers and creators and gain in-depth understanding of the past and present media landscape.

    As you use the latest technology in advanced multimedia facilities and publish work across a range of mediums, you’ll have the opportunity to gain real-world experience and build a portfolio through our digital student publication, .

    After graduating, you'll have essential skills, knowledge, and professional experience. You’ll be ready to craft a career in journalism and communication as a leader who has the critical understanding to keep questioning.ÌýÌý

  • Gain the critical skills and knowledge you need to understand, analyse, and respond to the pivotal role of media in contemporary life. After building a firm foundation in media studies debates, methods, and history, you’ll be able to choose from a suite of electives that allow you to sharpen your focus on questions relating to justice, race, ethics, or emerging technologies.Ìý

    You’ll develop critical thinking and writing skills that allow you to make persuasive arguments, engage with challenging issues, and solve new problems. With an array of research methods and analytical techniques in your back pocket, you’ll bring your combination of critical and creative skills to life as a media change-maker.

    Following graduation, you’ll be ready to work across the media industries of today, with the ability to adapt to whatever the future may hold.Ìý

  • Discover the strategies and tactics of persuasion that underpin influential communications. Whether it’s damage control during a crisis or building brands through social media campaigns, you’ll find the practical skills, knowledge and experience needed for an exciting career.

    Through a flexible set of courses, you’ll develop strategic skills and expertise in fields such as creative advertising, activism, branding, crisis communications, and political communications. You’ll gain a deep and critical understanding of how communication tactics influence and shape people’s everyday lives and the cultures within which we live.

    Importantly, you’ll be mentored by ethical teachers with diverse industry experiences and connections. Take advantage of the opportunity to get industry experience of your own, with an industry work placement as part of your degree.

    When you graduate ready to promote organisations that live your values, you’ll actively contribute to the change you want to see in the world.

  • Preparing for your audio-visual production career starts here. Throughout this three-year full-time degree, you will gain a range of audio, visual, and digital production skills that will equip you with the tools and knowledge to remain at the leading edge of local and international media industries.

    With a career in sound production, video production, animation, film, or online games on the horizon – this degree will focus on conceptual knowledge and professional skills. Undertake hands-on learning with the latest technology, industry experience and a diverse team of academics and award-winning animators, filmmakers, scriptwriters, sound artists and game researchers ready to guide you along the way.Ìý

    Practicing using the latest cameras, audio recorders, microphones, lights, dollies and gimbals – you’ll build a strong portfolio of audio-visual work you can leverage professionally. You’ll also have access to advanced multimedia labs, digital video production and post-production facilities, animation and audio production studios. This includes our , which has a system of computer-controlled amplification for the perfect performance environment.


Program structures

Understand the different types of program structures for the Bachelor of Media below:Ìý

    • You can complement your main specialisation with a media minor in a second specialisation to broaden your professional skills and conceptual knowledge. For example, combine a specialisation in communication and journalism with a minor in public relations and advertising to open up new career avenues.

      • Cinema Studies
      • Communication and Journalism
      • Media Studies
      • Public Relations and Advertising
      • Screen Production
    • You can combine your media specialisation with a minor from any Arts, Design & Architecture degree. For example, you could specialise in public relations and advertising, and minor in music studies (from the Bachelor of Fine Arts) or politics and international relations (from the Bachelor of Social Sciences).

      • Animation and Moving Image
      • Art History and Theory
      • Asian Studies
      • Australian Studies
      • Chinese Studies/Advanced Chinese Studies
      • Computational Design
      • Creative Writing
      • Criminology
      • Environmental Humanities
      • English
      • European Studies
      • French Studies/Advanced French Studies
      • Game Art
      • Game Design*
      • Gaming and Society*
      • Gender Studies
      • Geographical Studies
      • German Studies
      • Global Development
      • Graphic Design
      • History
      • Indigenous Studies
      • Indonesian Studies
      • Industrial Design
      • Integrated Design
      • International Political Economy
      • Italian Studies
      • Japanese Studies/Advanced Japanese Studies
      • Korean Studies/Advanced Korean Studies
      • Linguistics
      • Modern Greek Studies
      • Music Studies
      • Philosophy
      • Policy, Power and Government
      • Politics and International Relations
      • Professional Esport**
      • Security Studies
      • Sociology
      • Spanish Studies
      • Textiles and Fashion Design
      • Theatre and Performance Studies
      • Virtual Production**
      • Visual Arts

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      *New minor available from T1 2026Ìý

      **New minor available from T1 2027

    • Your choice of minor doesn’t have to come from a degree in Arts, Design & Architecture. You also have the option to combine your media specialisation with a minor from any ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç degree – with approval. For example, you could specialise in communications and journalism, and minor in economics (from ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Business School) or psychology (from the Faculty of Science).

      • AI in Business and Society
      • Economics
      • Human Resource Management
      • International Business
      • Marketing
      • Psychology
    • Instead of combining your media specialisation with a minor, you can opt to complete the remainder of your studies with free electives. You’ll be able to choose any six approved courses that fit your passions and your timetable. For example, you could pick two courses in marketing, two courses in environmental humanities, a course in philosophy and a course in Japanese studies.ÌýÌý

    • In this degree, a specialisation comprises of eight courses with a strong disciplinary focus. The courses in your degree will begin at an introductory level, then will grow in complexity and breadth to develop your theoretical knowledge and technical skills. Some courses in the degree will be compulsory, but you’ll have freedom and flexibility to choose from prescribed electives, as well as ‘expansion courses’ that allow you to explore courses from other specialisations in the Bachelor of Media.

    • A minor is typically six courses that focus on one specialisation, and in this degree you’re able to choose either an optional media minor where you can study another media specialisation, or to select a minor from a diverse and flexible list of faculty-approved options. (Depending on your choice of minor, you may also be asked to take two ‘general education’ courses, which elevate your study skills to a tertiary competence).

Alumni spotlight

"I wanted a degree that wouldn’t box me in — something flexible that would allow me to explore different areas like marketing, advertising, journalism and communications. ºÚÁÏÍø´óʼǒs Bachelor of MediaÌýoffered me exactly that.ÌýTheir program structure allowed me to tailor my degree to give me a solid foundation in the creative and strategic aspects of advertising, public relations and media content production."

Jacob Cannataci
Current Bachelor of Media studentÌý
Hear more about Jacob's experience.

  • This degree lets you choose individual courses or a group of courses that develop your specialisation in one area of study. If you choose a specialisation, there is still freedom and flexibility to choose a range of individual courses from outside your specialisation that interest you. You can also choose to use your electives to complete a minor in an additional area of study to your specialisation.Ìý

  • You can organise your study load to do more courses or less courses in any term. This flexible academic calendar is special to ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç and means you can graduate faster or take your time – to study abroad, do an internship, or fit study around other commitments.

  • Whether you have a learning difficulty or could benefit from extra guidance, you’ll find free ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç academic skills support (such as toolkits, tutors, and workshops) to assist your studies.ÌýºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Arts, Design and Architecture students and academics are supportive, diverse, and inclusive – it’s easy to ask for advice.Ìý

Full program structure

This program contains a total of 144 units of credit (UOC).ÌýStudents must complete:

Foundation courses – 24 UOC

You must take 24 UOC of Foundation courses, split across Focus courses and Grounding courses.Ìý

Focus courses – 12 UOC

  • Introduction to Film Studies
  • Screen Production I
  • Public Relations and Advertising Foundations
  • News Fundamentals
  • Digital Entrepreneurship

Grounding courses – 12 UOC

  • Media, Culture and Everyday Life
  • Media, Society, Politics
  • Data in Our World

Specialisation courses – 48 UOC

You must take 48 UOC from your chosen specialisation.Ìý

  • Cinema Studies
  • Communication and Journalism
  • Media Studies
  • Public Relations & Advertising
  • Screen Production

Expansion courses – 24 UOC

You must take 24 UOC from any other specialisation in the B Media program, including at least 6 UOC at level 2 and 12 UOC at level 3.

Optional Minor courses or Free Elective courses – 36 UOC

If you are enrolled in this standalone program, you may use your Free Elective course allocation (36 UOC) to complete an optional minor. Your minor may be a specialisation within the Bachelor of Media, or another minor within the Faculty of Arts, Design & Architecture or ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Business School.

General Education courses – 12 UOC

You must complete 12 UOC of General Education courses. General Education courses for this program are any that do not contain the subject area: ARTS, MDIA, MUSC.


When you complete a bachelor’s degree, you’ll be eligible for further study at a postgraduate level. If you’d like further information about this degree and its learning outcomes, have a look atÌýourÌý.Ìý

Future careers

There’s no single path for a Bachelor of Media graduate, but that’s part of its appeal. No matter which specialisation you choose, you’ll hone a mix of creative, strategic and critical skills that set you up for success across a range of roles.Ìý

While some job areas are highly competitive – such as journalism and television presenting – others are growing fast and there’s strong demand for talented graduates. For example, roles within artistic directing, media production and producing are growing by 3.2% each year, with a median full-time salary of $1,866 per week (Jobs and Skills Atlas, 2025). Ìý

Career options with a Bachelor of Media are so versatile – and ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç can open doors. With our strong industry connections and partnerships, you’ll be well-placed to step into existing and emerging opportunities.Ìý

Jobs with a Bachelor of Media

The below career paths are just some of the jobs you might step into after graduating.

Area of interest Potential career paths
Agency roles Account manager, advertising account executive, marketing executive, media account executive
Broadcasting, curation & archivingÌý Archivist, broadcaster, festival programmer
Communications & public relations Communications officer, communications manager, community engagement adviser, media relations adviser, public relations consultant, social media manager
Creative design & visual media Advertising creative, animator, photographer, video presenterÌý
Media & content production Cinematographer, digital producer, director, filmmaker, game designer, interactive media designer, podcast producer, producer, production manager, sound producer, television producer, video producer
Strategy, research & advisory Advertising strategist, brand strategist, campaign manager, cultural policy adviser,Ìýgovernment or media adviser, media analyst,Ìýmedia researcher, researcher, strategistÌýÌý
Writing & storytelling Copywriter, content manager, content producer, digital content creator, digital editor, editor, feature writer, film critic, journalist, screenwriter, website content managerÌý

Our alumni

"An essential element of media and journalism is communication. Whether it's written, verbal, or multimodal communication, knowing how to adapt your communication style and engage with others is a vital skill"

Kevin Ding
Associate ProducerÌý
9News Sydney
Read how Kevin used his Bachelor of Media to choose a career he can thrive in.

Double degrees

Combine talents and passions to open future opportunities suited to your unique strengths. Despite the name, double degrees are not double the workload! You'll study core courses in two areas of expertise, graduating with two qualifications in less time than it takes to complete two consecutive degrees.Ìý

Double your knowledge, skills, and career options with the Bachelor of Media and:

How to apply

Applications for undergraduate study from domestic students (Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents, Australian permanent humanitarian visa holders and New Zealand citizens) are processed by the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC).

Visit the Apply section of the Ìýand you can nominate up to five degrees in order of preference, with the first being your most desired degree and university.

On-time applications for admission usually close at the end of September each year for Term 1 admission. Late applications can be submitted, but a late fee will apply. For study starting in Term 1, the majority of offers are made in December and January. Visit the for key dates for admission outside of Term 1.

Ready to start your application?

For most international students, applications are submitted viaÌýourÌý service. We encourage you to submit your completed application as early as possible to ensure it will be processed in time for your preferred term.

Some high-demand programs with limited places, may have an earlier application deadline or may have an earlier commencement date.ÌýFor details, visit the international admissions information page.

*If you are an international student studying an Australian qualification, go to the   for application and UAC key dates. Note: If you are under 18 years of age, you need to make special arrangements. For details, visit the .

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Fees & Scholarships

2025 Indicative First Year Full Fee
$15,500*
2025 Indicative Full Fee to Complete Degree
$48,000*

Commonwealth Supported Place: Student Contribution Band 2

*The student contribution for a Commonwealth Supported Place is an indication only of the amount payable in Year 1 based on a standard full-time load of 48 credit points (1.0 EFTSL). The actual student contribution you will be liable for depends on your individual program of study and the calendar year in which you enrol. Actual fees are calculated upon enrolment. Student contribution amounts are subject to annual review by the university and may increase each year during your studies (subject to caps determined by the Australian Government), effective at the start of each calendar year.

The indicative fees listed here are based on an estimated average and are for tuition only - other fees and charges are not included.

2025 Indicative First Year Fee
$46,500*
2025 Indicative Fee to Complete Degree
$149,000*

*Fees are subject to annual review by the University and may increase annually, with the new fees effective from the start of each calendar year. The indicative fees listed here are based on an estimated average and are for tuition only, other fees and charges are not included. The amount you pay will vary depending on the calendar year to enrol, the courses you select and whether your study load is more or less than 1 Equivalent Full Time Student Load (8 courses per year).

Indicative fees are a guide for comparison only based on current conditions and available data. You should not rely on indicative fees. More information on fees can be found at theÌý.

Indicative fees to complete the program have been calculated based on a percentage increase for every year of the program. Fee increases are assessed annually and may exceed the indicative figures listed here.

Indicative fees to complete the program include tuition plus an estimate of study-related costs of approximately $1,000 per year. To find out more about other costs, visitÌý.

Scholarships


At ºÚÁÏÍø´óʼÇ, we award over $83 million in scholarships each year. We pride ourselves on rewarding excellence and making university accessible to students from all walks of life. Whether you’re a domestic or international student, our range of scholarships, prizes and awards can support your journey.


Progress starts here – at a world-leading universityÌý

Top 20 Worldwide

QS World University Rankings, 2024–2026

Most Employable Graduates

AFR Top100 Future Leaders Awards, 2020–2025

Australia's #1 for Innovation

SCOPR report, 2024

The student community collectively inspire and encourage my individual career goals.
ADA alumni Shirelle Altona

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Current Student