Media & Comms
A course by
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Gain the skills required to become a media professional with this highly practical degree, specialising in radio broadcasting, media production, and content creation with strong industry partnerships and a paid placement.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Madras Street Campus, Christchurch
It will take a total of 3 years

Gain practical and research skills for work in the radio and media industry.

Create and manage content for radio, digital, and social media platforms.

Experience running a commercial radio station broadcasting locally and nationally.
The Bachelor of Broadcasting Communications (Radio) is a practical degree designed to develop your understanding of the dynamic media and radio industry. It combines two years of immersive, on-campus learning with a third year of paid, industry-based placement. Courses include presenting, audience engagement, branding, marketing, content creation, social media, and audio production. You'll gain hands-on experience operating a commercial radio station and make valuable industry connections through a 24-week paid placement. Graduates of this programme are in demand throughout New Zealand's radio and media industries.
What you need to know first
University Entrance as specified by NZQA

Media
Broadcasting
Radio
Communications

On-air presenting
News
Creative writing for radio
Media & Comms
A course by
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Gain the skills required to become a media professional with this highly practical degree, specialising in radio broadcasting, media production, and content creation with strong industry partnerships and a paid placement.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Madras Street Campus, Christchurch
It will take a total of 3 years

Gain practical and research skills for work in the radio and media industry.

Create and manage content for radio, digital, and social media platforms.

Experience running a commercial radio station broadcasting locally and nationally.
The Bachelor of Broadcasting Communications (Radio) is a practical degree designed to develop your understanding of the dynamic media and radio industry. It combines two years of immersive, on-campus learning with a third year of paid, industry-based placement. Courses include presenting, audience engagement, branding, marketing, content creation, social media, and audio production. You'll gain hands-on experience operating a commercial radio station and make valuable industry connections through a 24-week paid placement. Graduates of this programme are in demand throughout New Zealand's radio and media industries.
What you need to know first
University Entrance as specified by NZQA

Media
Broadcasting
Radio
Communications

On-air presenting
News
Creative writing for radio
Certificate in University Preparation (CUP)
Alternative entry available based on equivalent tertiary study skills, work, or life experience
Online content creation
Programming
Production
Sales and marketing in radio/media
Certificate in University Preparation (CUP)
Alternative entry available based on equivalent tertiary study skills, work, or life experience
Online content creation
Programming
Production
Sales and marketing in radio/media