Bachelor of Media / Social Sciences

About the course

The Bachelor of Media / Social Sciences is a four-year double degree that combines media practice and analysis with studies of society, culture and policy. You’ll build skills in communication, critical thinking and research while exploring how media shapes public life and social change. The program offers flexible study across both disciplines and prepares you for diverse roles in media and social research in a Bachelor-level qualification in media and social sciences.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue careers across journalism, digital content, strategic communication, public relations and media production, alongside roles linked to social science training such as policy analysis, community engagement, advocacy, research assistance and government or NGO project work. The combined degree supports work in organisations needing strong communication and social insight, providing a Bachelor-level pathway into media and social sciences industries. 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)