Bachelor of Media and Communication (Honours)

About the course

This honours year builds on prior media and communication study to deepen a chosen specialisation through advanced research and project work. You’ll extend your analytical and creative capabilities, develop independent inquiry skills, and produce a substantial honours project under academic supervision. The program is designed for high-achieving students seeking a pathway to research and advanced professional practice in media and communication. The programme develops media literacy, content creation, and professional communication skills for digital and corporate environments.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue research-focused or senior practitioner pathways across media and communication industries. Typical directions include roles in media production and management, editorial and content development, communication strategy, and research. The honours qualification also supports progression to further study and research training, strengthening prospects in specialist media roles and communication-focused organisations. 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)