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Bachelor of Media and Communication (Professional)

Bachelor Degree / Honours Degree.
Swinburne University of Technology

300

in world overall ranking*

32

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The Bachelor of Media and Communication (Professional) at Swinburne builds skills for contemporary media industries through applied learning and a strong professional focus. You’ll develop capabilities in communication, content and media practice while gaining industry exposure. The extended four-year structure supports deeper workplace-ready experience and project-based learning, preparing you for professional media and communication careers at bachelor level. The programme develops media literacy, content creation, and professional communication skills for digital and corporate environments.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles across media and communication industries where strong storytelling, content development and strategic communication are valued. Career pathways may include communications and media roles in organisations, agencies and digital platforms, supporting brand, audience and campaign objectives. The professional focus and industry engagement help prepare you for entry-level to emerging roles in media and communication as a bachelor-qualified graduate. Preparing graduates for media, public relations, marketing communication, and digital content production roles.


Living Costs in Melbourne**


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

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$40,850 per year

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4 years

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February

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Hawthorn

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconSWINBURNE X CPA AUSTRALIA SCHOLARSHIP

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tick iconGEORGE SWINBURNE POSTGRADUATE STEM SCHOLARSHIP

30% of tuition fees

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