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About the course
Deakin’s Bachelor of Communication builds practical skills to create impactful content across print, digital, audio and video. You’ll learn ethical, audience-focused communication, strategic planning and production skills, with options to major in advertising, digital and social media, journalism or public relations. The course emphasises industry practice, technology and portfolio-building through authentic assessments and opportunities for internships. This is an undergraduate degree in media and communication.
Career outcome
Graduates can pursue roles creating and managing communication for organisations, media and agencies. Typical pathways include advertising and campaign roles, digital and social media content and strategy, journalism and newsroom production, and public relations, events and reputation management. Skills developed support work across government, corporate and not-for-profit sectors, as well as creative industries, with a portfolio and industry experience to improve employability. This is a bachelor-level qualification in media and communication.
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***
