Bachelor of Creative Arts/Bachelor of Communication and Media

You will immerse yourself creatively, critically and practically when you study a double degree in creative arts and communication and media at UOW. This double degree will equip you with the dynamic skills in creative thinking, effective communication and problem-solving skills that are required for high achievement in a range of careers.

Discover how producers and consumers interact in a media-saturated world and what drives the digital economy. On completion, you will be able to address these challenges and more as you are prepared for global careers in digital and social media, visual communication design, journalism, screen media production, marketing communication, advertising and PR.

You will benefit from teachers who are leaders in their fields as you enjoy a vibrant and progressive approach to learning. You will connect hands-on studio production with critical reflection as you build a strong foundation in the global communication and media industries. Develop a sound knowledge of contemporary arts, art theory and history within Australia and abroad as you reflect on the social, cultural and ethical issues surrounding the context they operate in. You will carve out a career of your choice and gain highly competitive skills in a global workplace as you complete common theory and practice-based work complemented by individual majors. Throughout this double degree, you will gain hands-on experience and make meaningful professional connections.

Areas of study

Bachelor Communication and Media: Digital and social media, journalism, marketing communication and advertising, screen media production, visual communication design. Bachelor of Creative Arts: Creative Writing, Music, Visual Arts, Visual Arts and Design.

Career opportunities

Bachelor Communication and Media: Media research and analysis, corporate communications, digital content development, social media, advertising, publishing, marketing, government media policy, media education. Bachelor of Creative Arts: Author, scriptwriter, publisher, speech writer, editor, graphic designer, web designer, multimedia work, musician, design consultant, artist, curator, exhibition coordinator, gallery director, photographer, illustrator, actor, set designer, lighting/sound technician, stage manager, director, radio and television, arts administrator and manager, teacher (on completion of further studies).

Practical experience

Students will complete portfolios of work across both respective degrees.

Honours

Available as an additional year of study to meritorious students.

Fees and charges

Refer to University of Wollongong current fee information.