Bachelor of Media and Communication

About the course

UWA’s Bachelor of Media and Communication explores contemporary media and communication industries, combining critical understanding with applied learning. You develop knowledge of media practices, communication strategies and industry contexts, supported by facilities for lectures and collaborative work. The degree is designed to build professional capabilities for roles across modern media and communication sectors at bachelor level. The programme develops media literacy, content creation, and professional communication skills for digital and corporate environments.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue opportunities across media and communication industries where strong storytelling, analysis and communication strategy are valued. Potential pathways include work in media organisations, digital content and social media, public relations, communications roles in business or government, and related creative industries. This bachelor qualification supports entry into a range of media and communication careers. Preparing graduates for media, public relations, marketing communication, and digital content production roles.

Living Costs in Perth**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,255 - 1,660	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 866 - 1,146
Transportation (Daily) A$ 6 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 243 - 321

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)