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Description
Graduates of the Bachelor of Media and Communication or equivalent program may undertake a further year of full-time (or part-time equivalent) study. The program aims to produce graduates who have a well-developed capacity to think critically and creatively about communication and media professions and their relationship with research into professional practice. This degree further prepares students for careers in communication as well as providing a pathway into Research Higher degree study.
Program learning outcomes
On successful completion of the program students will have:
- Coherent and advanced knowledge of the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines and knowledge of research principles and methods.
- Cognitive skills to review, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge to identify and provide solutions to complex problems with intellectual independence
- Cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of a body of knowledge and theoretical concepts with advanced understanding in some areas.
- Cognitive skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in developing new understanding.
- Technical skills to design and use research in a project.
- Communication skills to present a clear and coherent exposition of knowledge and ideas to a variety of audiences.
- Demonstrated the application of knowledge and skills with initiative and judgement in professional practice and/or scholarship
- Demonstrated the application of knowledge and skills to adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts
- Demonstrated the application of knowledge and skills with responsibility and accountability for own learning and practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters.
- Demonstrated the application of knowledge and skills to plan and execute project work and/or a piece of research and scholarship with some independence.
- Acquiring discipline knowledge of communication theories for media industries.
- Demonstrate written and/or oral skills appropriate for academic and professional practice.
- Information literacy: expanding understandings of professional communication and media industry terminology, processes and practices.
- Critically apply discipline knowledge: developing skills using communication processes and technologies to create professional media products/outputs.
- Engage with ethical and interdisciplinary issues: develop an objective attitude to community dilemmas and sensitivity towards complex social issues
- Capacity for analytical thinking: critiquing communication environments and processes to address multi-faceted communication issues
- Critically reflect on professional judgement: applying creative problem-solving techniques including understandings of effective collaboration and teamwork.
Details
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| Program code | 50004 |
| AQF level | Level 8 Bachelor Honours Degree |
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| CRICOS Code | 113054B |
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Admission information
Admission requirements
Eligibility for admission to this program is based on applicants having completed a Bachelor degree in a cognate area with a minimum GPA of 5.0:
- across all studies undertaken within the program; or
- across a major in the proposed area of study; or
- across 80 units of 3000 level courses (which must include at least 40 units of 3000 level courses in the major where a major exists); or
- where the applicant has completed less than 80 units at 3000 level, a GPA of 5.5 calculated from at least 60 units of 3000 level courses (which includes at least 40 units of 3000 level courses in the major where a major exists).
In exceptional circumstances, an application which does not meet the above requirements may be considered.
English Language Requirements
All Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University’s English proficiency requirement. Further information regarding English language proficiency requirements can be found at the English Language Proficiency for Admission Policy here.
- IELTS Overall Minimum: 6
- IELTS Sub Test Minimum: 6
Credit transfer
No credit permitted for Honours.
Academic requirements for program completion
Total units required
80 units
Program duration
1 year full-time or part-time equivalent up to 3 years maximum.
International students studying this program on campus are required to enrol full time to comply with their student visa requirements and complete their study in the standard minimum program duration. International students requiring enrolment advice should review the program plan corresponding to the semester and year of commencement and can contact their Program Advisor at ProgramAdvice@newcastle.edu.au
Program requirements
This program requires the completion of 80 units of core courses.
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Core Courses
Complete the following core courses to fulfil the requirements of this program. | |||
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| Code | Title | Term / Location | Units |
| CIND4001 | Introduction to Research and Creative Practice |
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| CIND4002 | Research Methods and Planning |
| 20 units |
| CIND4003 | Honours Project 1 |
| 20 units |
| CIND4004 | Honours Project 2 |
| 20 units |
Honours
The class of Honours awarded for Bachelor Honours Degrees will be determined in accordance with the Bachelor Honours Policy.
Additional information
Through the Pathways and Academic Learning Support Centre, students can access a free suite of NUPrep preparation courses as well as Academic Learning Support.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students can draw on the assistance and support provided by the Indigenous Student Support and Development service through the Wollotuka institute.
International students
All International Students enrolled in the program will be provided with an orientation to familiarise them with the rules, expectations, facilities and services offered by the University. Please visit our International Students website to find out more about the support services available to international students.
Additional support
AccessAbility provides advice and reasonable adjustments to Students with a medical or health condition or disability. If you require adjustments to undertake your program, contact the Student Support Advisors - AccessAbility before semester or early in the semester. They will work with the College or School to ensure that this happens in a timely manner.
Please note: All students must fulfil the inherent requirements of the programs and courses they are undertaking. While reasonable adjustments can be made, these adjustments cannot compromise academic integrity. It is the student's responsibility to check all the requirements of courses, and consider the effects of any medical condition or disability on their ability to complete course requirements. More information is available online.
Bachelor of Media and Communication (Honours)
UAC Code , Program Code 50004
CRICOS Code , Program Code 50004
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How to apply
To be accepted for entry into the Bachelor of Media and Communication (Honours) program you must have successfully completed a Bachelor of Media and Communication program or equivalent with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 5.0 (credit grade average). For further information about this program’s admission requirements please refer to the Bachelor of Media and Communication (Honours) Program Handbook and the Bachelor Honours Degree (80) Awards and Programs Schedule.
Please contact the B Media and Communications (Honours) Program Convenor, for more information about the academic content of the program or to discuss a suitable Thesis Topic or Supervisor. Undergraduate Program Convenor List.
Should you have any questions about the application process, please contact the Program Advisor, programadvice@newcastle.edu.au
- Domestic applicants – Apply using our direct End-On Honours online application form.
- International applicants – Apply using our direct International application portal. For more information see How do I apply as an International Student?
Find out more about Honours scholarships.
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