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In today's world of constant news updates, limitless streaming options, and social media driving both branding and social movements, media and communication form the backbone of our daily lives. Mastering media creation and comprehension unlocks diverse career paths. Begin your adventure at our Tasmanian island campus, where The Media School shares space with top media companies in Hobart. You'll collaborate and share resources with professionals from journalism, PR, and film industries. Step outside, and you're minutes away from government buildings, cultural venues, and Hobart's harbor - the scientific hub for Antarctic exploration. From your first day, you'll start crafting a professional portfolio. Gain hands-on experience with top-tier equipment while receiving guidance from industry experts and academics. Our program offers specialized courses where you'll create documentaries, podcasts, or marketing campaigns, graduating with tangible work samples. Our faculty includes internationally recognized researchers and award-winning media professionals. These connections provide access to guest speakers and internship opportunities. Collaborate with Fine Arts, Music, and Theatre students to form creative partnerships and gain practical experience. You might contribute to Tasmania's vibrant festival culture, tackle real-world projects, or gain global perspectives through international study trips. Media and communications skills are in high demand across industries needing compelling storytellers. Customize your degree by selecting courses from various disciplines - develop artistic talents in photography or design, or deepen knowledge in environmental studies, politics, or international affairs.
Admission to undergraduate courses at the University of Tasmania requires the completion of qualifications equivalent to a 12th year of education in Australia.
You can also meet the General Entry Requirement for this course with the following qualifications or prior studies:
Completion of an equivalent AQF Certificate IV or above
Complete or incomplete (minimum 25 credit points) of previous tertiary study at Bachelor level or higher
English language test scores: IELTS (Academic) - 6.0 (no individual band less than 5.5); TOEFL (iBT) - 72 (no skill below: Reading 10; Listening 9; Speaking 16; Writing 19); PTE Academic - 50 with no score lower than 42; UTAS English for Academic Purposes - EAP2 - 60% (no individual score less than 55%); Cambridge English C1 Advanced or B2 First - 169 with no less than 162 in any skill; Australian Education Management Group (AEMG) DEP EAP2 - Minimum overall score of 70% and no section score of less than 65%.