Communications

We live in a rapidly changing world, and none more so than the world of media and communications. The rise of digital media, social media and streaming services has seen the landscape change like no other, but the fundamentals of effective communication and storytelling remain constant.

At the heart of effective communication is both the ability to tell an engaging story and to ensure it reaches and resonates with its target audience. UNE's Bachelor of Media and Communications will equip you with the necessary tools to achieve both objectives, and help you forge a career in the media and communications industry, no matter how the landscape changes in the future.

UNE’s Bachelor of Media and Communications/Bachelor of Laws offers you the opportunity to combine your law studies with a highly sought-after understanding of our rapidly changing global media culture.

This unique dual degree broadens your career prospects, providing you access to fulfilling roles in not only legal and media sectors, but to diverse prospects in a variety of sectors. Graduate from this course future-fit to think laterally and problem-solve — qualities that are in demand by employers navigating the dynamically shifting landscape of work.

One of our longest-standing degrees, the Bachelor of Arts (BA) is increasingly relevant in today's agile, dynamic world. It equips you with the creative, critical and analytical skills in demand by employers, and is transferable across a range of workplaces. When you study a BA at UNE, you have the freedom to become a specialist in the discipline of your choice.

Whether you aim to build your career in small, medium or large enterprises, or launch a business of your own, you must learn to identify opportunities, rise to challenges and adapt to change. The UNE Bachelor of Business is uniquely positioned to help you start or pivot your business career.

Our hands-on teaching and mentoring program will develop and hone your financial, critical analysis, decision-making and communication skills. You will learn to identify opportunities, evaluate the options, make informed decisions and measure outcomes. These skillsets are in high demand in dynamic work environments across a variety of sectors.

The landscape of marketing is changing at a rapid pace, creating a rising need for digital marketing professionals who can innovate and adapt to evolving market behaviours and new technologies. UNE's Bachelor of Digital Marketing will prepare you to embrace these opportunities, whether you envision yourself excelling in the workplace, launching as an entrepreneur, managing a small business, or overseeing large-scale enterprises.

The UNE Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws provides you with the opportunity to combine your study of law with an area of interest drawn from a wide variety of the arts, humanities and social sciences. As a double degree for the future, it has been developed in response to the needs of today’s rapidly changing workplaces and a growing employer demand for double degree graduates.

Your choice of arts major allows you to become an expert in a discipline of your choice. The legal knowledge and practical skills will also enable you to pursue many pathways in law, benefiting from UNE’s deep expertise in regional, rural and remote legal issues.

With commercial innovation and technological disruption on the rise, the UNE Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Laws will open the door to a wide range of legal and business career opportunities. This double degree gives you a solid foundation in contemporary legal skills together with well-rounded knowledge in business so you can become a flexible all-rounder in any workplace. Gain valuable financial, critical analysis, decision-making and communication skills, as well as how to write for, research, argue and apply the law – a powerful blend of attributes that allow you to take advantage of many career opportunities in evolving sectors.

Do you dream of a career where you’re helping to address the big issues facing humanity? Or perhaps you crave the excitement of being at the forefront of scientific discovery? Maybe you wish to instil your passion for the environment into future generations? Our Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science is uniquely positioned to help you reach your goals, with wide-spanning knowledge and a diverse set of skills to be adaptable in a rapidly changing world. This combined degree will help lay the foundation for you to acquire the ability to innovate and problem-solve — attributes that are in demand more than ever by employers in Australia and internationally.

Workplaces value employees who have a broad range of real-world skills, and this combined degree will equip you to excel in today’s dynamic working environment. In our Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business, you’ll gain business knowledge and learn to think like an entrepreneur. You’ll develop creative and socio-cultural knowledge, and vital skills in critical thinking and communication.

Our degree fosters the accumulation of knowledge and the acquisition of a diverse set of skills, essential to helping you be an independent thinker, and empowering you to create a new future, new career prospects and the ability to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing modern workplace.

Business and economics make a powerful combination. Graduates with skills in both disciplines are highly sought after for a range of roles in business, government and non-profit organisations.

Studying the combined Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Economics at UNE gives you flexibility to take your career in whichever direction you choose. You will combine a solid grounding in accounting, business ethics, management and marketing with the quantitative and analytical skills needed to solve complex problems in the real world.

With UNE's Bachelor of Agriculture/Bachelor of Business you will gain practical, production-oriented skills and knowledge in agriculture, together with in-depth skills and knowledge in business, management and finance. You will learn to formulate strategies and become an informed decision-maker who can communicate effectively in this rapidly evolving industry.

Our combined degree enables you to specialise by studying one of six business majors to complement the paddock-ready skills you gain from the Bachelor of Agriculture component, where you can also focus your agriculture studies by choosing one of six agriculture minors. You will graduate from this prestigious course well-positioned for career success with the expertise to adapt to a changing world.

Add an area of expertise to your CV and gain an undergraduate qualification — without committing to a full bachelor's degree. You will develop research, critical thinking, and writing skills in the core units. With the minor and elective units, you tailor the course to your specific interests and career objectives by choosing from an extensive selection of arts, humanities and social science units.

With our Advanced Diploma in Arts you have the freedom to explore related subjects, or a range of different topics. With this flexibility, your advanced diploma can be customised to your aspirational and practical needs. It will also qualify you to go on to a Bachelor of Arts if you're keen to continue your studies. Become future fit with these advanced studies. 

The digital marketing industry is rising sharply, with businesses increasingly relying on online strategies for growth. By gaining specialised skills in the Advanced Diploma in Digital Marketing at UNE, you'll be well-positioned to meet the constantly growing demand for qualified, adaptable professionals in this field.

This course is designed for all experience levels – whether you're just starting out, have done some digital marketing studies, or are already hard at work as a digital marketer, our flexible program is designed to support your growth. Move from the basics through to advanced knowledge, or if you've already completed UNE's Diploma in Digital Marketing, you can receive Advanced Standing (credit) and jump straight into building upon your existing expertise and skills.

Are you looking to add an additional area of expertise to your CV to enhance your career prospects without committing to a full degree? Perhaps you just want to dip a toe into university study, with the option of continuing on to an advanced diploma or even a bachelor's degree? Well, our Diploma in Arts is the perfect way to achieve both goals. This course will equip you with a variety of fundamental skills and knowledge in a range of subjects in the arts, humanities and social sciences.

In a world where digital technologies are reshaping the way businesses connect with consumers, the role of digital marketers has never been more crucial. At UNE, we understand the importance of staying ahead of these trends. Our Diploma in Digital Marketing is a comprehensive program designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in this dynamic field.

In a highly-competitive employment landscape, to stand out from other applicants is a big advantage, and an honours degree is a point of difference that can capture the attention of employers. An honours year at the end of your three-year Bachelor of Media and Communications degree is a capstone to your formal education, and an opportunity to drill deep into your specialist areas, to extend your intellectual range, and sharpen your research capabilities.

Honours will allow you to develop advanced communication techniques and deep subject knowledge, to hone your analytical abilities, and gain high-level personal and professional skills. These are valuable attributes that will provide a solid foundation for postgraduate study, give you a competitive edge in the job market, or help future proof your career in a rapidly changing world.

Did your arts degree prompt a burning question or a passion for independent research? If so, consider applying for an honours year. A capstone to your formal education, honours is an opportunity to drill deeper into a specialised area, to extend your intellectual range, and sharpen your research capabilities. It will enable advanced communication techniques and deep subject knowledge, to hone your analytical abilities, and gain high-level personal and professional skills. These are valuable attributes that provide a solid foundation for postgraduate study, give you a competitive edge in the job market, and help future proof your career in a rapidly changing world.

UNE’s Master of Arts is designed to equip you with specialised knowledge as well as a wide range of transferrable skills that employers highly value, such as communication and critical thinking. This course is also a focused pathway to higher degree research.

With a master's degree, you can make a switch to a new career field or gain additional expertise to enhance your existing path. At UNE, you can select a major from 17 specialty areas, dive into research and tailor the program to your interests and career goals. Explore history, linguistics, theatre and digital performance, philosophy, sociology and more.

With the advent of globalisation, issues relating to language and intercultural communication have never been more relevant. UNE's fully online Master of Applied Linguistics will give you the ability to understand the design of language, nuances and context of language and intercultural communication – invaluable skills in an increasingly interconnected world, and especially important when Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL).

In a rapidly changing world, our Master of Applied Linguistics can help to ensure your career is future fit for life.

Take the next step in your career – or start a new one – with UNE's Master of Strategic Leadership in Risk and Emergency Management. This advanced postgraduate program equips professionals of all levels with the strategic expertise, leadership skills and practical knowledge needed to excel in managing risks and crises in a dynamic global landscape.

Built by industry for industry, this program was developed in consultation with Risk-e Business Consultants, a leader in risk and emergency management advisory. Whether you're building on existing experience in strategic leadership, risk, public safety, intelligence or emergency services, or ready to break into this rewarding field, this program provides a pathway to success. With flexible online delivery, an applied learning focus and tailored specialisations, you'll gain the confidence to lead in diverse sectors while balancing your studies with personal and professional commitments.

Design a bespoke course and prepare for a rapidly evolving workplace with the UNE Graduate Diploma in Professional Practice. Whether you want to advance your career, hone your skills or embark on a new career direction, we'll work with you to design a course to match your skills and aspirations.

You will have the freedom to assemble your course from a full breadth of subjects, play to your strengths and draw from your experience to achieve your goals. Learn in a way that suits your timeframe and do it all with the support of an expert academic success advisor — with one-on-one guidance from start to finish. You'll be paving your pathway to the next stage of your career.

Expand your leadership capabilities and deepen your expertise in managing complex risk and crises with UNE's Graduate Diploma in Strategic Leadership in Risk and Emergency Management. This postgraduate course equips you with the comprehensive skills needed for strategic leadership in risk and emergency management across diverse sectors, including risk management, public safety, intelligence and emergency services.

Developed in partnership with Risk-e Business Consultants, a leading advisory firm in risk and emergency management, this course reflects real-world industry demands. With flexible online delivery, this program fits seamlessly into your schedule, guiding you towards leadership excellence and providing a clear pathway to our upcoming Master of Strategic Leadership in Risk and Emergency Management.

Are you a graduate looking to add new skills to your CV to reinforce or redirect your career? Perhaps you are keen to pursue a personal interest in the arts or humanities. Or maybe you are interested in completing a master's but aren't sure if you can commit to a full degree. If any of the above fits your situation, the Graduate Certificate in Arts is the perfect course for you.

Your choice of majors include, but are not limited to, history, philosophy, media and communications, English literature, classical languages, writing, and a range of modern cultural studies. In addition, you will be trained to discover and process information, think independently, and communicate effectively.

Applied linguistics explores how language shapes communication, learning, and social interaction in our increasingly globalised world. The ability to understand and work with linguistic and cultural diversity is now essential across education, business, health, social services, and law. Demand is growing for professionals who can apply advanced language and communication skills in these diverse contexts.

Our Graduate Certificate in Applied Linguistics is a flexible, globally relevant qualification that can be completed fully online from anywhere in the world. Tailor your learning to focus on general linguistics, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), or intercultural communication for business and services, preparing you for advanced roles or further study in applied linguistics.

Adapt to an evolving workplace and open the door to new career opportunities with UNE's Graduate Certificate in Professional Practice. Whether you want to create more career choices, hone your specialist skills, or take a new career direction, we will work with you to customise a course to match your skills and aspirations.

Choose from a full breadth of subjects. Avoid getting bogged down in a lengthy, traditional course, and instead, play to your natural strengths, refine your skills and draw on your experience to prepare for the future. And do it all with the support of an expert academic success advisor with 1:1 guidance from start to finish.

In today’s fast-evolving risk landscape, strategic leadership in crisis and emergency management is essential. Designed for mid-to-senior professionals, the Graduate Certificate in Strategic Leadership in Risk and Emergency Management equips you with critical, analytical, and leadership skills to navigate complex challenges in risk management, public safety, intelligence, emergency services, and beyond. This postgraduate qualification offers a flexible and industry-focused curriculum shaped by leading experts, including consultants from Risk-e Business Consultants.

With expert-led instruction and real-world applications, this course will see you drive strategic outcomes, strengthen organisational resilience, and advance in roles across diverse sectors. Gain valuable skills now, with the option to build on them later through the Graduate Diploma or our upcoming Master of Strategic Leadership in Risk and Emergency Management.

A Doctor of Philosophy is the pinnacle of academic study. Using rigorous and systematic research, combined with critical analysis, you will add to society's understanding of complex issues at the cutting-edge of your discipline or profession.

When you complete your PhD at UNE, you will be recognised as an expert in your area of study. Your original discoveries and innovations will be applied to benefit society and industry in Australia and worldwide.

Practice-based research drives better decisions, stronger services and measurable outcomes. UNE’s Professional Doctorate provides foundational research training with a research thesis, supporting experienced professionals to contribute to the development of original knowledge that improves professional practice in their fields.

Co-design a workplace-embedded project with your UNE supervision team and your organisation, aligning rigorous methods with real-world challenges. Your examinable output is tailored to your discipline — for example, a thesis, a dissertation with artefacts, or an exegesis with a portfolio of creative, technical or performance works.

High quality research and analysis allows us to better understand the complex issues we face in industry and society. With UNE's Master of Philosophy by research, your original findings and insights will add to the body of knowledge and inform decision-making in your specialist area.

You will work independently, with personalised support from recognised experts in your area of study every step of the way. Expand your expertise, hone your research skills, and immediately apply your knowledge in a research topic of your choice.

The world is full of possibilities, with so much to discover and learn. There are endless opportunities to enrich your knowledge to prepare for the future, but what if you don’t want to undertake a full degree? And how can you zero-in on the subjects that matter most to you? That’s what a Non-Award unit with UNE will help you to achieve.

Non-Award study means you can learn without the need to complete entire course requirements or take on a full course load. Whether it’s a language you want to learn, a business unit to enhance your career, an improvement of your IT skills, an update on education principles or developing your management style, Non-Award study gives you the flexibility and control to explore what matters to you.

If you are enrolled at another university, you can choose to study subjects at UNE that will count towards your course. Apply as a cross-institutional student directly and complete one or several individual subjects (units) from the full scope of UNE's discipline areas.