Armidale,
NSW,
Australia
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Bachelor of Media and Communications with Honours in Armidale Australia | The University of New England
The University of New England
|
Armidale Australia
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD
28,762
(c. USD20,240.42)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
In today's competitive job market, distinguishing yourself from other candidates provides a significant edge, and an honours degree serves as a distinctive credential that can attract employer interest. Completing an honours year after your three-year Bachelor of Media and Communications program acts as the pinnacle of your academic journey, enabling you to delve deeper into specialized topics, broaden your intellectual horizons, and refine your research skills. This advanced study helps you master sophisticated communication methods, acquire in-depth subject expertise, sharpen critical thinking, and develop superior personal and professional competencies. These sought-after qualities create a strong basis for postgraduate education, enhance your employability, or safeguard your career in an evolving professional landscape.
The honours program is tailored for high-achieving undergraduates seeking to boost their career opportunities or pursue advanced academic research.
By enrolling in the Bachelor of Media and Communications with Honours, you'll acquire cutting-edge insights into the dynamic media and communications sector. The curriculum covers diverse topics including film and television studies, screen adaptations, media convergence, evolving print formats, digital communication strategies, and writing methodologies. Additionally, you'll refine your research, communication, and writing abilities by developing an original thesis that contributes to existing scholarship in your field. Upon graduation, you'll possess the expertise to independently investigate, analyze, and debate key industry challenges—skills crucial for professional success and continuous learning. The honours year also offers excellent preparation for those considering further academic research through higher-degree programs.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Entry is based on a relevant bachelor qualification in Media and Communications from UNE or Arts, or equivalent, and meet specific GPA and credit point requirements. English language requirements must also be met.
If you are an international applicant who wants to study on campus in Australia:
You will need to meet both the Academic and English Language Requirements to gain admission into this course. Meeting academic requirements means we review what you have already studied to see if you have the results needed for admission to your preferred course.
You can apply for this course if you meet all of the following entry requirements:
You have completed one of the following UNE qualifications, or an equivalent relevant qualification (AQF Level 7 or overseas equivalent):
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Media and Communication
You have achieved a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.5 in your relevant qualification.
You have achieved a minimum result of Distinction for at least 18 credit points of 300-level units in the subject you want to study.
You have completed a minimum of 48 credit points of study in the subject you want to study.
Students must submit a research proposal of 1000 words, containing a written, cogent, proposal of the topic, which must include a thesis statement, and/or a problem to be solved, and/or a question to be answered, and/or a line of argument to be explored. The candidate shall pursue a topic for which the University can provide adequate supervision.
Students must have the support of a suitably qualified supervisor who is a member of the relevant discipline or approved by the discipline and Head of School (or delegate).
Please note: Admission to this course is determined by the Head of School (or delegate) on the recommendation of the discipline convenor.
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under standard entry
An International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic overall score of at least 6.0 with no sub-band less than 5.5*; or
Equivalent Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of at least 213 in the computer-based test or at least 79 in the internet-based test with no less than 22 in the written component.
Tuition
AUD
28,762