Course overview
The combined degree will equip you with the capabilities needed to develop and present clear and effective narratives and arguments across written, visual, oral and multimedia form - allowing you to speak up and record the stories of those who need to be heard You will build experience in different forms of media that can be used in various industries - making a real difference to communities locally and around the world.
Course record
CRICOS
00109J
Studies in Australia
Source: Studies in Australia course page. Course page URL: https://www.studiesinaustralia.com/courses-in-australia/university-of-newcastle/courses/bachelor-of-development-studies-bachelor-of-media-and-communication.
Entry requirements
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IB Diploma
24Use the ATAR 65 band together with the relevant qualification and prerequisite requirements.
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.
View English requirementPast offer reference
Current-course cases first, supplemented by same-institution scored cases.
Campuses & intake dates
- Newcastle - CallaghanNSW

