Build skills to secure a career in the everchanging global media landscape

Media studies examines the media and its impact on society, culture and politics. With global communication rapidly changing due to artificial intelligence and other emerging technology, professionals who can embrace change and adapt quickly will be successful in the industry.

UNE offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses in media studies designed to provide you with creative, critical thinking and analytical skills required for a career in the media. As the industry evolves to one of 24-hour accessibility via personal devices, those with a detailed understanding of what underpins the news cycle and the advertising that financially supports it will secure their future success. UNE has a long history of helping adults ready themselves for changes in the workplace. Our media studies experts will teach you how the media shapes our perceptions of the world and how media content is produced, distributed, and consumed, ensuring you are future-fit to adapt to work in the field.

Most of our students opt for online education, where they become part of a community of adults who pool their life and work experiences to form strong networks for the future. Those who study on-campus enjoy accommodation, athletics facilities and support services. Whether online or on-campus, you can choose to study full-time or part-time over three trimesters.

With UNE, you’ll graduate feeling prepared to meet the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for media professionals, whether you choose to pursue a career in journalism, PR or advertising. Our long-standing commitment to preparing adults for the ever-evolving job market means that by choosing UNE, you’ll be studying with an industry leader in the provision of online lifelong learning. Year after year, students award us the maximum 5-star ratings for Overall Experience and Student Support in The Good Universities Guide.

Explore the media studies courses and specialisations on offer at UNE. 

Courses by study level

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,…

Duration
  • 1.5 years full-time
  • Up to 6 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus
Bachelor of Arts

One of our longest-standing degrees, the Bachelor of Arts (BA) is still relevant in today’s 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…

Duration
  • 3 years full-time
  • Up to 10 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus

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…

Duration
  • 4 years full-time
  • Up to 10 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus

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…

Duration
  • 5 years full-time
  • Up to 12 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus

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…

Duration
  • 4 years full-time
  • Up to 10 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus

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…

Duration
  • 3 years full-time
  • Up to 10 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • On Campus
  • Online

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…

Duration
  • 5 years full-time
  • Up to 12 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus
Diploma in Arts

Are you looking to add an additional area of expertise to your CV to enhance your career prospects and become future fit for life, without committing to a full degree? Perhaps you just want to dip a toe into university study, with the option of…

Duration
  • 1 year full-time
  • Up to 4 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus

The UNE Undergraduate Certificate in Arts provides you with foundational knowledge and skills to prepare for further study and more career choices, with a focus on your chosen area of interest. With the freedom to assemble your course from a curated …

Duration
  • 1 year part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online

The UNE Undergraduate Certificate in Professional Development is a program of study for people from a broad range of backgrounds who want to begin developing skills for future careers or further study. Designed in response to rapid workplace and…

Duration
  • 1 trimester full-time
  • 1 year part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online

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…

Duration
  • 1 year full-time
  • 2 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus

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…

Duration
  • 1 year full-time
  • 2 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
Mode
  • On Campus
  • Online

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…

Duration
  • 0.5 or 1 year full-time
  • Up to 4 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus

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…

Duration
  • 0.5 years full-time
  • 2 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online

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 …

Duration
  • 1 year full-time
  • Up to 4 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online
Master of Arts

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 …

Duration
  • 1 or 1.5 years full-time
  • Up to 6 years part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus

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.…

Duration
  • 4 years full-time
  • 8 years part-time
Start
  • Research Period 1
  • Research Period 2
Mode
  • On Campus
  • Online

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…

Duration
  • 2 years full-time
  • Up to 4 years part-time
Start
  • Research Period 1
  • Research Period 2
Mode
  • On Campus
  • Online

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…

Duration
  • 1 trimester full-time
  • 1 trimester part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus
Non-Award

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…

Duration
  • 1 trimester full-time
  • 1 trimester part-time
Start
  • Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
  • Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
  • Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
Mode
  • Online
  • On Campus
  • Bespoke Graduate Certificate: design your own  4 unit postgraduate course and have your work experience recognised in the process.
  • ‘Fundamental’ Bespoke Course: choose two, three or four  fundamental units from a traditional degree. If you are planning a new direction, or adding a new set of skills to your portfolio, you may want to start with this option. These units provide a foundation, or a ‘base camp’, to return to if you want to later progress to a full degree.
  • ‘Advanced’ Bespoke Course: choose two, three or four  advanced units from a full degree. This is a great strategy for staying current in your field, or advancing your knowledge.
  • ‘Critical Content’ Bespoke Course: choose two, three or four units any of the available units in a degree to create a  Critical Content Bespoke Course. This option lets you get the knowledge you need without the time and cost of a full degree.
  • ‘Mix and Match’ Bespoke Course: combine two, three or four units from different degrees and disciplines to design your  mix and match Bespoke Course. This option lets you diversify your knowledge.

Why study with us?

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The most enjoyable part of my studies is the sense of achievement and being part of something bigger than myself.

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Find the right major or specialisation for your studies in Media Studies

With our 24-hour global media cycle in a constant state of flux, UNE’s courses and majors will help you build the essential skills to keep up in print, online or in broadcast media. Hone your skills and learn to be adaptive for an exciting career. Explore the options in media studies now.

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Communication and Entrepreneurship
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  • Minor
  • Specialisation
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Hone your communication strategies and public speaking ability with the experts at UNE. Communication and collaboration skills are essential for the successful entrepreneur, and are in demand in the growing variety of industries that require a…

Hone your communication strategies and public speaking ability with the experts at UNE. Communication and collaboration skills are essential for the successful entrepreneur, and are in demand in the growing variety of industries that require a bridge between technical experts and the public.

Courses Type Level of Study
Bachelor of Arts Minor Undergraduate
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business Minor Undergraduate
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws Minor Undergraduate
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science Minor Undergraduate
Communications
  • Undergraduate
  • Bachelor Honours
  • Postgraduate
  • Major
  • Minor
  • Specialisation
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UNE's experts will help you develop clear communication skills to confidently express yourself in the arena of scientific research that is forecast to see many changes, including the use of storytelling and multimedia when interacting with…

UNE's experts will help you develop clear communication skills to confidently express yourself in the arena of scientific research that is forecast to see many changes, including the use of storytelling and multimedia when interacting with peers, students, readers, media and potential investors.

Courses Type Level of Study
Bachelor of Science Minor Undergraduate
Creative Industries
  • Undergraduate
  • Bachelor Honours
  • Postgraduate
  • Major
  • Minor
  • Specialisation
  • Teaching Area
  • Specialist Course
Develop practical skills in film, TV, writing and publishing and study the processes through which cultural products are made and circulated in the digital environment. UNE's established creatives will help you protect your career and pursue…

Develop practical skills in film, TV, writing and publishing and study the processes through which cultural products are made and circulated in the digital environment. UNE's established creatives will help you protect your career and pursue your passion in the changing world of the arts.

Courses Type Level of Study
Undergraduate Certificate in Arts Major Undergraduate
Undergraduate Certificate in Professional Development Specialisation Undergraduate
Culture and Communication
  • Undergraduate
  • Bachelor Honours
  • Postgraduate
  • Major
  • Minor
  • Specialisation
  • Teaching Area
  • Specialist Course
Ensure you are future-fit for a wide range of careers in the rapidly changing modern world. UNE's highly regarded communications teachers will help you develop the verbal, non-verbal, written and cross-cultural skills to smoothly transition into …

Ensure you are future-fit for a wide range of careers in the rapidly changing modern world. UNE's highly regarded communications teachers will help you develop the verbal, non-verbal, written and cross-cultural skills to smoothly transition into different workplace cultures.

Courses Type Level of Study
Undergraduate Certificate in Professional Development Specialisation Undergraduate
Marketing
  • Undergraduate
  • Bachelor Honours
  • Postgraduate
  • Major
  • Minor
  • Specialisation
  • Teaching Area
  • Specialist Course
Prepare for your future by building a versatile skillset in analysing consumer aspirations and needs, creating marketing strategies and executing campaigns. At UNE we'll help you meet the demands of an increasingly complex business environment…

Prepare for your future by building a versatile skillset in analysing consumer aspirations and needs, creating marketing strategies and executing campaigns. At UNE we'll help you meet the demands of an increasingly complex business environment where confident, competent professionals will excel.

Courses Type Level of Study
Bachelor of Agriculture/Bachelor of Business Major Undergraduate
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business Major Undergraduate
Bachelor of Business Major Undergraduate
Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Economics Major Undergraduate
Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Laws Major Undergraduate
Media and Communications
  • Undergraduate
  • Bachelor Honours
  • Postgraduate
  • Major
  • Minor
  • Specialisation
  • Teaching Area
  • Specialist Course
Future-proof your career in this fast-paced field by developing effective communication skills and good storytelling techniques using digital media, social media and traditional journalism. Work with current technology and experienced industry…

Future-proof your career in this fast-paced field by developing effective communication skills and good storytelling techniques using digital media, social media and traditional journalism. Work with current technology and experienced industry professionals to secure your career in communications.

Courses Type Level of Study
Bachelor of Media and Communications Specialist Course Undergraduate
Bachelor of Arts with Honours Major Bachelor Honours
Bachelor of Media and Communications with Honours Specialist Course Bachelor Honours
Master of Arts Major Postgraduate
Graduate Certificate in Arts Major Postgraduate
Media and Culture
  • Undergraduate
  • Bachelor Honours
  • Postgraduate
  • Major
  • Minor
  • Specialisation
  • Teaching Area
  • Specialist Course
Develop your print and digital media and communication skills with UNE's experienced industry professionals. Work with current and emerging technology and protect your career as digital media, news and pop culture, as well as data and analytics, …

Develop your print and digital media and communication skills with UNE's experienced industry professionals. Work with current and emerging technology and protect your career as digital media, news and pop culture, as well as data and analytics, become more important for media outlets.

Courses Type Level of Study
Bachelor of Media and Communications Major Undergraduate
Bachelor of Media and Communications/Bachelor of Laws Major Undergraduate
Screen and Media Studies
  • Undergraduate
  • Bachelor Honours
  • Postgraduate
  • Major
  • Minor
  • Specialisation
  • Teaching Area
  • Specialist Course
Technological advancements and shifting consumer habits are rapidly changing the landscape of the media industry. With UNE's experts, you will develop the critical analysis, communication and research skills needed to succeed in a dynamic,…

Technological advancements and shifting consumer habits are rapidly changing the landscape of the media industry. With UNE's experts, you will develop the critical analysis, communication and research skills needed to succeed in a dynamic, globalised and digitally transformed field.

Courses Type Level of Study
Bachelor of Arts Major Undergraduate
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business Major Undergraduate
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws Major Undergraduate
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science Major Undergraduate
Advanced Diploma in Arts Minor Undergraduate
Writing
  • Undergraduate
  • Bachelor Honours
  • Postgraduate
  • Major
  • Minor
  • Specialisation
  • Teaching Area
  • Specialist Course
UNE's writing and communications experts will help you develop skills in business and creative writing; including research and critical thinking. Safeguard your spot in the globally connected world that is forecast to see further tech…

UNE's writing and communications experts will help you develop skills in business and creative writing; including research and critical thinking. Safeguard your spot in the globally connected world that is forecast to see further tech developments and ensure you are future-fit for professional life.

Courses Type Level of Study
Bachelor of Arts Minor Undergraduate
Bachelor of Arts Major Undergraduate
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business Minor Undergraduate
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business Major Undergraduate
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws Minor Undergraduate
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws Major Undergraduate
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science Minor Undergraduate
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science Major Undergraduate
Bachelor of Arts with Honours Major Bachelor Honours
Master of Arts Major Postgraduate
Graduate Certificate in Arts Major Postgraduate
Advanced Diploma in Arts Minor Undergraduate
Writing and Publishing
  • Undergraduate
  • Bachelor Honours
  • Postgraduate
  • Major
  • Minor
  • Specialisation
  • Teaching Area
  • Specialist Course
UNE's highly regarded educators, published authors and experienced media professionals will help you develop your writing, editing and pitching skills. Prepare to succeed in the rapidly evolving world of writing and publishing that will see a…

UNE's highly regarded educators, published authors and experienced media professionals will help you develop your writing, editing and pitching skills. Prepare to succeed in the rapidly evolving world of writing and publishing that will see a rise in digital platforms and self publishing.

Courses Type Level of Study
Bachelor of Media and Communications Major Undergraduate
Bachelor of Media and Communications/Bachelor of Laws Major Undergraduate
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Careers in Media Studies

By studying with UNE, you will develop the future-proof skillset to secure positions across the media industry. With the need for content creators with technical expertise strong and rising, professionals with skillsets in media studies can find work in a variety of settings.

  • Journalist
    Report news, write articles, and conduct interviews for print, broadcast, or online media outlets.
  • Content creator
    Develop and create content for various media platforms, including video, audio, and written content.
  • Public relations specialist
    Manage an organisation's public image, handle media relations, and create press releases and promotional materials.
  • Social media manager
    Oversee an organisation's social media presence, create engaging content, and interact with followers.
  • Film and video editor
    Edit and assemble raw footage into finished video content for film, television, or online platforms.
  • Radio producer
    Plan and produce radio programs, including music shows, talk shows, and news broadcasts.
  • Digital marketing specialist
    Focus on online marketing channels, including social media, email marketing, and content creation.
  • Media analyst
    Conduct research to gather data on media consumption, audience behaviour, and industry trends, providing insights for media strategies.

A career in Media Studies

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Whilst studying my Honours, I worked in the UNE social media team - a great experience.

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I'm grateful to UNE for the opportunities studying has given me, but above all, for making me realise I could actually do it, and giving me a sense of accomplishment.

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Work integrated learning was by far my most rewarding experience while studying at UNE. I completed two internships – so I got real world experience, and it also counted toward my degree!

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