Bachelor of Politics and International Relations/ Bachelor of Communication and Media

Bachelor

Learn how to communicate at the highest levels If you're interested in a career in the fast-paced world of international politics, media and communication, then the Bachelor of Politics and International Relations/Bachelor Communication and Media course will give you the skills, knowledge,...

Key details

Degree Type

Bachelor

Course Code

SCAR01.2, 65

About this course

Learn how to communicate at the highest levels

If you're interested in a career in the fast-paced world of international politics, media and communication, then the Bachelor of Politics and International Relations/Bachelor Communication and Media course will give you the skills, knowledge, qualifications and confidence to engage in top level discussions at the highest levels.

This course will cover the theory and practical application of political principles, concepts and the issues that are shaping the global geopolitical landscape, while simultaneously developing your creative, critical, professional and personal communication capabilities.

Collectively, you'll gain a high level of theoretical and empirical analysis skills and a comprehensive understanding of how to use communication and media to inform, engage, persuade and influence change across a wide range of audience demographics.

Each elective is taught within a smaller, more personalised class, offering students an individually tailored learning environment that will ensure they'll receive the highest level of support and encouragement throughout their UC study journey.

What you will learn

explore theories, institutions, policies and practices in the disciplines of politics and international relations in both contemporary and historical contexts
learn strategy and campaign development, social and digital analytics, the basics of graphic design and visual language, multi-media production and stakeholder management
apply in-depth knowledge of political science and international relations in a rapidly changing geo-political environment
evaluate and apply a range of research methods and analytical techniques to enhance your critical thinking, communication and problem-solving abilities in Australian and international contexts
apply professional judgement and knowledge in adapting marketing communication theories, principles and methodologies across diverse social, cultural and organisational contexts
become a confident professional storyteller with the ability to work locally, regionally and internationally
evaluate the cultural, historical and theoretical models of corporate and public communication in the context of professional practice
produce professional communication and media work that supports, promotes or critiques a range of domestic and global programs or issues.

Career pathways

The UC Bachelor of Politics and International Relations/Bachelor of Communication and Media double degree offers highly transferrable qualifications that could easily lead to successful careers as a:

member of parliament
public affairs consultant
political researcher
intelligence officer
national security adviser
foreign policy adviser
political adviser
diplomat
campaign director
campaign manager
brand manager
digital advertising sales manager
marketing manager
media analyst
freelance consultant
public affairs manager
corporate communications manager
media analystcommunication strategist
marketing manager.

Credit for prior study or work

There are currently no formal credit transfer arrangements for entry to this course. Any previous study or work experience will only be considered as part of the application process in accordance with current course rules and university policy.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Humanities, Culture & Social Sciences courses at University of Canberra.

80.8%

Overall satisfaction

82.4%

Skill scale

69%

Teaching scale

67.5%

Employed full-time

$65k

Average salary

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