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Bachelor of Creative Arts - Bachelor of Communication and Media

at University of Wollongong · Wollongong, New South Wales

CRICOS course code

094802K

CRICOS provider code

00102E

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

4.5 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$155,520 total

Per year

A$34,560/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Bachelor of Creative Arts – Bachelor of Communication and Media at the University of Wollongong is a comprehensive double degree that equips students with a robust foundation in creative practice and strategic communication. Over 4.5 years of full-time study, students engage deeply with both creative production—such as visual arts, design, or creative writing—and the critical analysis and creation of media texts for diverse audiences. The course is structured around semesters, with students completing a series of core and elective units of study, each carrying a set number of credit points towards the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Level 7 bachelor's degree.

Students typically study a combination of creative and communication-based units, developing advanced skills in conceptual thinking, storytelling, visual design, critical media analysis, digital literacy, and project management. The curriculum is designed to encourage both interdisciplinary collaboration and independent creative research, often culminating in a major project or capstone unit in each specialisation. There are often opportunities for industry-led briefs, work-integrated learning, or internships, which offer invaluable practical experience and links with the Australian arts, media, and communication sectors.

This dual degree is particularly well-suited to individuals with interests in both artistic expression and media influence, who wish to build versatile careers across Australia’s creative industries. Graduates develop both the technical and conceptual abilities necessary to produce, communicate, and advocate for creative content in an evolving digital and cultural landscape. International students are required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall; a range of equivalent assessments is accepted. Check the official university page for the most current course structure, entry, and English requirements.

As a student at an Australian public university, you can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during semester and, upon graduation, may be eligible for a Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream. The University of Wollongong’s industry connections within the dynamic regional and metropolitan creative sectors enhance graduates’ employability across the country.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Creative Director
Media Producer
Content Strategist
Public Relations Consultant
Marketing and Communications Officer
Copywriter or Scriptwriter
Social Media Manager
Arts Program Manager
Multimedia Designer
Roles in the Australian creative industries, digital agencies, cultural institutions, and media organisations

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Creative Arts - Bachelor of Communication and Media at University of Wollongong?

It typically takes 4.5 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$155,520 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Creative Director Media Producer Content Strategist Public Relations Consultant Marketing and Communications Officer Copywriter or Scriptwriter Social Media Manager Arts Program Manager Multimedia Designer Roles in the Australian creative industries, digital agencies, cultural in...

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