Bachelor of Mass Communication

The Bachelor of Mass Communication at Murdoch University in Perth is built for students interested in the media, public relations, and communications industries. Over three years of full-time study, you'll take core units covering media theory, public relations, journalism, social media, and strategic communication. The course structure uses semesters and is divided into individual units of study, each with their own credit points. This allows some flexibility in shaping your degree toward your interests—whether that’s broadcasting, digital content, or media analysis.

In the final year, you may undertake a capstone or major project that brings together your skills in research, content creation, and campaign development, preparing you for real-world scenarios. Work-integrated learning is a strong feature, with the chance to gain practical experience through placements in media organisations or communication agencies based in Western Australia. These placements offer direct exposure to industry standards and let you build professional contacts while still at university.

Throughout your studies, you will build skills in writing, audience analysis, digital production, and strategic messaging. The course encourages a critical understanding of how media shapes public opinion and how to communicate across diverse platforms. If you have a passion for clear messaging, creativity, working collaboratively, and staying current with media trends, this course is likely to suit you. Entry requires meeting the university's English proficiency standards, so check which English tests are accepted and the minimum scores.

While enrolled, international students can work up to 48 hours per fortnight, and graduates may be eligible for post-study work under the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485), subject to government requirements. For more details on course structure, fees, and official English requirements, see the university’s CRICOS page.

• Media advisor in government or corporate settings
• Public relations officer
• Social media coordinator for brands or agencies
• Broadcast or digital journalist
• Communications adviser in non-profits, education, or government
• Content creator or producer for Australian media companies
• Analyst or consultant in media strategy