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Bachelor of Media and Communications

Bachelor Degree / Honours Degree.
The University of Sydney

53

in world overall ranking*

4

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The Bachelor of Media and Communications develops practical and analytical skills for work across contemporary media industries. You’ll build capability in media production while studying industry structures, the role of media in culture and politics, and current legal and ethical issues. The degree combines core units with a Media Studies major plus minors and electives, and emphasises hands-on learning and employability development 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 roles across media production, content creation and strategic communication in a wide range of organisations. Typical pathways include work in journalism, digital and social media, marketing and public relations, media research, and communication roles in government, agencies and corporate teams. The course supports career readiness through industry-focused learning and skill development for Bachelor-level work in media and communication. Preparing graduates for media, public relations, marketing communication, and digital content production roles.


Living Costs in Sydney**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 17 - 22
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 2,207 - 2,918
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,599 - 2,115
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 9 - 10
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 219 - 290

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$52,500 per year

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CSP: A$15,703

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Information

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3 years

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February

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The University of Sydney (Camperdown/Darlington campus)

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BPMEDCOM1000

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconVICE-CHANCELLOR INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS SCHEME

Up to A$40,000

tick iconAUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT RESEARCH TRAINING PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIP (INTERNATIONAL)

Tuition fees waived

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