Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Communication

About the course

Deakin’s Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Communication combines business and media expertise to build skills in commerce, audience insight and effective communication. You study core commerce knowledge alongside communication practice in areas like journalism, public relations and digital media, with hands-on learning through industry projects, internships and placements. Graduate in four years with a versatile portfolio and networks for a global business and communication career.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles that blend commercial insight with communication strategy across business, government and not-for-profits. Career paths may include marketing or brand coordinator, public relations and media adviser, content or digital communication specialist, journalist, account or campaign coordinator, and business or market analyst roles. This double bachelor degree supports careers where you translate data and business goals into compelling messages in commerce and communication fields.

Living Costs in Melbourne**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)