Programme details

Bachelor of Communication Studies with Honours

Hone your skills to become a communications professional, shaping engaging narratives for digital platforms including websites, apps, films, and podcasts.

Course description

This qualification enhances the skills to create engaging multimedia content that sparks discussions and drives social change. Opportunities include website and app design, TV and film production, podcasting, social media content creation, game design, virtual reality, and digital marketing. The course is ideal for creative individuals passionate about sharing ideas and engaging with others, especially those interested in social trends and digital technologies. The program uniquely blends artistic, design, and management perspectives, equipping you with a versatile skill set for today’s dynamic landscape.

Specialisations

Marketing, Public Relations, Leadership Communication

Immigration benefits

This course may qualify for the following visa rights:
In-study work rights
Post-study work rights

This course qualifies for 4 points if applying for residency under the Skilled Migrant Category.

Career Prospects

Based on the specialisation, career oppurtunities include working as:

-Marketing Specialist
-Sales and Marketing Manager
-Public Relations Professional
-Public Relations Manager

Entry requirements

As an international student, you are required to meet academic and English language entry requirements.

To be eligible, applicants need to meet the academic performance requirements depending on the country of origin.

English Language requirements:

IELTS (Academic)	6.0 overall (no band less than 5.5)
iBT (internet-based) TOEFL	80 with a score of 21 in writing
iBT (home-based) TOEFL	80 with a score of 21 in writing
Duolingo English Test (DET)	105
C2 Proficiency (formally known as Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE))	169 and no bands below 162
Language Cert International ESOL (LRWS)	B2 Communicator with 33-37 score per skill
NCUK English for Academic Purposes	Minimum C grade average with no lower than D in all components. Some programmes have additional entry requirements. For further details, visit our dedicated NCUK information page.
New Zealand Certificate in English Language (NZCEL)	Level 4 (Academic)
Michigan English Test (formally known as Michigan Language Assessment Battery (MELAB))	Minimum score of 54
Pearson PTE Academic	Overall score of 50 with no Band less than 42
Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English (ISE)	II with distinction in all four components
University of Waikato College	Successful completion of Level 7 with a B grade in the Certificate of Attainment in Academic English (CAAE) programme