Course overview
This double degree produces media professionals with the knowledge and understanding to work effectively within local, national and international political contexts either as journalists, political strategists or media advisers. Through a sophisticated understanding of communication, graduates will be equipped to navigate the complexity of the global communication network and its diverse communities and stakeholders. The degree combines specialist training in essential aspects of contemporary media management including producing key messages, news writing, and social media communication, with a deep understanding of public policy making, government, political campaigning and international advocacy. Graduates will be competitive in a range of sectors including government, business and the not-for-profit sectors. For more course information, visit Bachelor of Communication/Bachelor of Political Science and International Relations at GU.
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Career Opportunities
Social media management, public policy analysis, community and stakeholder engagement, digital marketing, events, public relations, strategic or corporate communications, media liaison, campaign management, copywriting, entrepreneurial and start-up organisations, international business, diplomacy and trade, parliamentarian, intelligence and aid, political risk assessment and humanitarian logistics.
Majors
For available majors, please refer to the separate entries for Griffith University’s Bachelor of Communication and Bachelor of Political Science and International Relations.
Entry requirements
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English requirement
IELTS 6.5, no band below 6TOEFL iBT 79, no band below 20PTE Academic 58-64, no band below 50Cambridge C1 Advanced / C2 Proficiency 176-184, no band below 169
If the student's current English result is below the direct-entry requirement, consider the university's recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package. When the student successfully completes the approved pathway at the required level, the university may accept that pathway for English entry without requiring a new IELTS, TOEFL or PTE result. Always confirm exclusions for professional registration courses and the offer conditions.
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#2025Campuses & intake dates
Upcoming intakes
- Brisbane South (Nathan)QLDJuly 2026
- Brisbane South (Nathan)QLDMarch 2026
- Brisbane South (Nathan)QLD
