Macquarie University

Bachelor of Media and Communication

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

The Bachelor of Media and Communications will equip you with the skills you’ll need to respond to today’s – and tomorrow’s – rapidly evolving media environment. Whether you’re interested in making your own films or music videos, writing for print and online publications, designing interactive and media-rich websites, producing radio podcasts and broadcasts, streaming live media or managing public relations campaigns, this degree will position you at the heart of content creation.

Delivery mode

Macquarie University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • Level 24, 123 Pitt Street (Angel Place), Sydney
  • 4–6 Eastern Road, Macquarie University

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Admission requirements

Eligibility for admission to this program is based on applicants meeting the minimum selection rank, or satisfying the requirements for an approved admission scheme.

The University of Newcastle accepts a range of qualifications to determine eligibility for admission. These include, but are not limited to, Australian or overseas senior secondary qualifications (such as the HSC), prior tertiary studies, prior TAFE/VET studies, and completed enabling programs.

English Language Requirements

All applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University’s English proficiency requirement.

  • IELTS Overall Minimum: 6
  • IELTS Sub Test Minimum: 6

Admission requirements

Eligibility for admission to this program is based on applicants meeting the minimum selection rank, or satisfying the requirements for an approved admission scheme.

The University of Newcastle accepts a range of qualifications to determine eligibility for admission. These include, but are not limited to, Australian or overseas senior secondary qualifications (such as the HSC), prior tertiary studies, prior TAFE/VET studies, and completed enabling programs.

English Language Requirements

All applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University’s English proficiency requirement.

  • IELTS Overall Minimum: 6
  • IELTS Sub Test Minimum: 6
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $108,810 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Full Fee Tuition:
$108,810
Enquire with Macquarie University to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 3 Years
Estimated fee* $0 - $108,810 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Media and Communication will prepare you for the following roles.

Radio Broadcaster

Radio broadcasters present news, stories, and interviews over the radio. They play and queue music, make community announcements, interview guests,...

Avg yearly income $78,000
Entry barriers Low

Content Strategist

A Content Strategist plans and oversees the creation of content to meet organisational goals. You might work in a variety of sectors, including dig...

Avg yearly income $79,976
Entry barriers Low

Media Consultant

Media Consultants are public relations professionals who find press opportunities for businesses, politicians, celebrities, and public figures. The...

Avg yearly income $98,800
Entry barriers Low

Communications Officer

Communications Officers are part of the marketing and PR department, creating content and assisting with the development of communications strategi...

Avg yearly income $83,980
Entry barriers Low

Communications Specialist

Communications Specialists guide the way an organisation communicates with customers, suppliers, shareholders, community stakeholders and employees...

Avg yearly income $99,996
Entry barriers Low

Multimedia Specialist

Multimedia Specialists leverage the latest digital technologies to create animated content and games for education and training modules, online sto...

Avg yearly income $87,464
Entry barriers Low

Public Relations Officer

A Public Relations Officer manages public opinion of businesses, organisations or individuals. You might foster positive attitudes toward a brand a...

Avg yearly income $76,960
Entry barriers Low

About Macquarie University

Macquarie University is recognised globally for its pre-eminence in key research disciplines, as well as producing graduates who are among the most sought-after professionals in the world.

Since our foundation in 1964, we have aspired to be a different type of university: one unbound by ivory towers and sandstone walls. Rather, we are focused on fostering collaboration between students, academics, industry and society, encouraging all to traverse the boundaries of their own perspectives and effect change.

Over the years, we have grown to become the centre of a vibrant local and global community – a place of constant stimulus and human interaction. Together, we advance world-class theoretical thinking and translate it into real-world solutions.

We’re connecting people across the most diverse fields of knowledge to create bold new possibilities: for their careers, intellectual endeavours, enterprises and the common good.