Bachelor of Advanced Studies (Media and Communications)

About the course

This one-year Bachelor of Advanced Studies (Media and Communications) extends prior media studies with advanced coursework and a substantial project. The program emphasises experiential learning, real-world project management, reflective practice, professional conduct and collaboration. You’ll complete advanced media and communication study alongside a research, community, industry or entrepreneurship project to deepen specialist capability at bachelor level in Media & Communication.

Career outcome

Graduates build advanced skills and experience suited to professional media and communication environments, supported by a supervised internship in a media organisation. Career directions can include journalism (including national/international placements), public relations, advertising, broadcast television and radio, and roles across print and online media. This bachelor-level Media & Communication qualification supports progression into specialist practice and project-based work. Preparing graduates for media, public relations, marketing communication, and digital content production roles.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)