Diploma in Media and Visual Communication
The University of Newcastle
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Courses included
This course has been cancelled
About
The Diploma in Media and Visual Communication gives you a launchpad to develop your knowledge, critical thinking and creative skills to prepare you for exciting careers in media, communication, graphic art and visual design. You will hone these skills to produce the innovative art, design and media content of the future.
You will receive embedded support from the Pathways and Academic Learning Support Centre, including access to a dedicated Student Liaison Officer, a quiet workspace for independent study and smaller class sizes in your foundational courses.
The Diploma in Media and Visual Communication provides you with a level 5 diploma qualification and a degree pathway at the University of Newcastle. Upon completion of the Diploma in Media and Visual Communication you’ll receive guaranteed entry into the Bachelor of Media and Communication or the Bachelor of Visual Communication Design and all programs in the Guaranteed Admissions Scheme.
Areas of study
Animation and interaction, creative arts, creative industries, graphic design and illustration, media arts production, news media, public relations.
Career opportunities
You can take your career in a range of directions in Media and Communication including: camera operator, copywriter, director, editor, festival/events coordinator, film and documentary maker, film/television production assistant, foreign correspondent, media production editor, political adviser, travel writer.
Alternatively, if your interests lie in Visual Design the options include: advertising, art director, branding specialist, digital media designer, exhibition designer, graphic designer, illustrator, interaction designer, motion graphics designer, publication designer, web designer.
Fees and charges
Essential requirements for admission
Applicants must satisfy the University of Newcastle English language proficiency requirements.
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Recommended studies: One or more of the following HSC subject areas or equivalent: Design and Technology, English (any level), Industrial Technology, Textiles and Design, Visual Arts.
Applicants who achieve an ATAR (or equivalent) of 50 or above are eligible for admission.
We strongly encourage you to enrol in bridging courses. NUPrep Bridging provides free academic preparation and support short courses, available on campus or online, to complete before beginning your degree.
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Applicants with higher education study
Applicants who have successfully completed a minimum of two units of higher education study are eligible for admission.
Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study
Applicants who have successfully attained a competency-based AQF Level 3 qualification (Certificate III) or higher are eligible for admission.
Applicants with work and life experience
If you do not have an ATAR (or equivalent) or formal qualification, Newcastle University offers a range of pathways toward your preferred degree. No matter what your age or experience, there is a place for you.
Further information
View all details of this course on the University of Newcastle website.
University of Newcastle degrees
The academic content of all programs is subject to routine review.
ATAR profile
ATAR-based offers only (semester 1, 2023)
Use all ATAR profile data as a guide only; it provides a broad overview of the ATARs and selection ranks of previous Year 12 students admitted into that course. ATARs and selection ranks required for entry in 2024 may be different. If you are unsure about including a course among your preferences, contact the relevant institution.
- This ATAR profile table is in line with Commonwealth Government transparency requirements. It is based on offers to recent school leavers (ie completed Year 12 in the last 2 years) who were selected solely or partly on their ATAR. Note that some institutions further differentiate this information on their websites.
- The ATAR values exclude any adjustment factors.
- The selection ranks include the ATAR and any adjustment factors.
Abbreviations
– = data is not available.<5 = less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
NC = new course
NP = Not provided by institution
NR = No reportable profile
NS = No Semester 1 offers
NN = Unavailable (other)
NO = Entry on other criteria
Student profile
Course updates
Courses are added and cancelled throughout the admissions year and course details are subject to change. Check the UAC course search regularly.
Review of programs
The academic content of all programs is subject to routine review. For up-to-date details, visit University of Newcastle degrees.
Honours
Applicants should note that under the revised Australian Qualifications Framework some programs are four-year programs available with direct entry. Other programs are three-year Bachelor degree programs. Meritorious students have the option to apply for an additional one-year end-on component after graduation. Check the course descriptions carefully.