92.2% employed within four months of graduating.
Graduate Outcomes Survey 2020-2022 - Undergraduate Communications
Degree overview
Use your voice for those who need to be heard
The combined degree will equip you with the capabilities needed to develop and present clear and effective narratives and arguments across written, visual, oral and multimedia form – allowing you to speak up and record the stories of those who need to be heard
You will build experience in different forms of media that can be used in various industries – making a real difference to communities locally and around the world.
This program is the only development studies program in Australia to include economics and Aboriginal studies as core courses.
Cutting-edge facilities
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Professional placement
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Career opportunities
Skills, abilities and knowledge learnt in this combined degree are highly sought after by a broad range of employers, including international aid organisations, consulting firms and local, state and federal government departments.
Professional outcomes:
- International aid/development
- Urban and regional planning
- Advocacy and policy development work
- Media consultant/PR consultant
- Foreign affairs and trade officer
- Campaign manager
Course overview
Specialise your studies by choosing a major from each degree program:
Communication majors:
- News media major
- Media arts production major
- Public relations major
Development studies majors:
- Cultures and Citizenship
- Environmental Sustainability
- Globalisation and Economic Development
- Urban and Regional Development
Student experience
Meet Kirra, Bachelor of Development Studies student 1:41
Meet Kirra and find out why she chose to study a Bachelor of Development Studies.
Career-ready placements
Every major has a course available that includes a 140-hour placement with relevant industry partners in government, not-for-profit organisations, or private businesses.
Students may also undertake international placement, available by enrolling in international study.
Fieldwork, in places like the sacred Aboriginal Baiame Cave, provides the chance to develop research skills.
Studying at Newcastle campus
Living in Newcastle
Nestled on Australia's spectacular east coast and surrounded by some of the state's most popular destinations, Newcastle is an all-round wonderful choice as a safe and friendly place to live.
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Campus Life
Our campuses are welcoming, inspiring, and collaborative places for students, staff, and the community. Explore our beautiful campuses and discover what it’s like to study at the University of Newcastle.
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Scholarships
Our scholarships recognise achievement and support enthusiastic and dedicated students. If you are a current student, or planning to study with us, we encourage you to apply for all scholarships you meet the criteria for.
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Accommodation
Living on campus is an experience unlike any other. Whether you're from across Australia or around the globe, your home on campus is where you'll form lifelong friendships and harness your potential in a supportive and diverse community.
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Student showcase
Behind the scenes of a university ad 2:38
See behind the scenes of 'The Courier' advertisement concept created entirely by staff and students within Creative Industries at the University of Newcastle. Students studying Media Production conceptualised, coordinated and filmed the recruitment ad as a Work Integrated Learning project.
Q Building Virtual Campus Tour 2:07
Located in Honeysuckle, Q Building is part of our city precinct providing state-of-the-art facilities for the School of Humanities, Creative Industries and Social Sciences (HCISS) and the Integrated Innovation Network (I2N) Hub.
How to apply
Apply as a domestic student
You are a domestic student if you are:
- An Australian or New Zealand citizen (including dual citizens)
- A permanent resident of Australia
- A holder of a permanent Australian visa.
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