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Edith Cowan University (ECU)

  • 19% international / 81% domestic

Bachelor of Global Media and Communication

  • Bachelor

This International Dual Degree provides you with an opportunity to gain valuable international experience while receiving two degrees.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Duration
3.5 years full-time, 6 years part-time
Course Code
T58, 107636H
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Fees
$17,000 per year / $59,500 total
International Fees
$37,700 per year / $131,950 total

About this course

This International Dual Degree provides you with an opportunity to gain valuable international experience while receiving two degrees.

Graduates will receive both a Bachelor of Global Media and Communication from ECU, and a BA (Hons) Global Communications and Media from the University of Portsmouth (UK).

Students will undertake studies in a range of disciplines including Journalism, Broadcasting, Screen Production and Strategic Communication.

It will equip you with the necessary skills for a career in the media and communications industry and takes advantage of the specialisations each university offers.

The course prepares graduates to work in the media industries nationally and internationally. It focuses on providing a critical understanding of global media, practical industry skills, cultural contexts and professional communication, and fosters a creative and critical global mindset. The choice of units will help you navigate complexity and diversity in a rapidly changing work environment. Specialisations are available in either Media and Journalism or Screen, Media and Culture providing relevant industry skills and a comprehensive interdisciplinary understanding of media production, consumption and representation.

Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level

This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 7 Bachelor Degree Award.

This International Dual Degree provides you with an opportunity to gain valuable international experience while receiving two degrees.

Graduates will receive both a Bachelor of Global Media and Communication from ECU, and a BA (Hons) Global Communications and Media from the University of Portsmouth (UK).

Students will undertake studies in a range of disciplines including Journalism, Broadcasting, Screen Production and Strategic Communication.

It will equip you with the necessary skills for a career in the media and communications industry and takes advantage of the specialisations each university offers.

The course prepares graduates to work in the media industries nationally and internationally. It focuses on providing a critical understanding of global media, practical industry skills, cultural contexts and professional communication, and fosters a creative and critical global mindset. The choice of units will help you navigate complexity and diversity in a rapidly changing work environment. Specialisations are available in either Media and Journalism or Screen, Media and Culture providing relevant industry skills and a comprehensive interdisciplinary understanding of media production, consumption and representation.

Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level

This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 7 Bachelor Degree Award.

Entry requirements

Course Entry

Admission requirements you'll need to meet for this course.

  • All applicants must meet the academic admission requirements for this course. The indicative or guaranteed ATAR is as published (where applicable) or academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

    • AQF Cert IV;
    • Successfully completed 0.25 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
    • Undergraduate Certificate;
    • Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test;*
    • University Preparation Course;*
    • Indigenous University Orientation Course; or*
    • Experience Based Entry Scheme.*

    * Further information can be found on the Study course entry page.

    For international students, requirements include your secondary school results.

  • English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

    • Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent;
    • Special Tertiary Admissions Test;*
    • IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0);
    • Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ or Canada;
    • University Preparation Course;
    • Indigenous University Orientation Course;*
    • AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree;
    • Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent); or
    • Other tests, courses or programs defined on the English Proficiency Bands page.

    * Further information can be found on the Study course entry page.

Study locations

Mount Lawley

Career pathways

Career Opportunities

This degree provides students with advanced communication and critical engagement skills that are essential in a wide range of professions. Across the main focus areas of Journalism, Broadcasting, Screen Production, and Strategic Communication, students will gain key knowledge and skills with a uniquely global context.

Possible future job titles

Broadcaster, Journalist, Reporter, Writer, Director, Cinematographer, Digital Editor, Communications Officer, Film Maker, Script Writer

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Communications courses at Edith Cowan University (ECU).
89.2%
Overall satisfaction
87.7%
Skill scale
92.3%
Teaching scale
36.7%
Employed full-time