Overview

The Bachelor of Communication and Media - Bachelor of Economics and Finance has a strong focus on international media and business, and encourages an understanding of how producers and consumers interact in a media saturated world. It will teach you a diverse skill set and equip you with critical and … For more content click the Read More button below. The Bachelor of Communication and Media degree offers students a strong foundation in the global communication and media industries. This degree has a focus on preparing students for global careers in digital and social media, visual communication design, journalism, screen media production, marketing, communication and advertising. Students will encounter key ideas in the study and practice of media and communications, and gain flexible and transferable skills that will prepare them for informed engagement with the changing world of global media culture. Economics and Finance explores the theory, policies, practices and institutions of the domestic and global economy at both the micro and macro levels. You will develop the skills necessary to make responsible professional judgements in economic and financial decision-making, as well as identify and apply tools of analysis to a wide range of economic issues, including the behaviour of consumers and firms, the labour market, the environment, fiscal and monetary policy, and international trade. 

Delivery

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Course structure

To qualify for award of the degree, the Bachelor of Communication and Media - Bachelor of Economics and Finance, a candidate must successfully complete minimum of 216 credit points comprised of:

1. Core subjects for the Bachelor of Economics and Finance (120 credit points);

2. The core subjects for the Bachelor of Communication and Media (48 credit points);

3. At least one of the majors in the Bachelor of Communication and Media (48 credit points).

Note: No more than 90 credit points in 100-level subjects.
Majors

Students completing this degree will complete at least two majors. One chosen from the Bachelor of Communication and Media, and one from the Bachelor of Economics and Finance. Follow the Course Handbook links for information on majors available in each degree.

216 Credit points

Electives

Learning outcomes

Course Learning Outcomes are statements of learning achievement that are expressed in terms of what the learner is expected to know, understand and be able to do upon completion of the course. Students graduating from this course will be able to:
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Apply ethical principles to a range of contexts;
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Develop and apply a set of relevant professional and technical skills for professional purposes;
3.
Communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Pathways and nested qualifications

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