Bachelor of Broadcasting Communications (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.
NZ$11,589
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Develop professional broadcasting skills
Gain practical and research skills for work in the radio and media industry.
Produce media content across platforms
Create and manage content for radio, digital, and social media platforms.
About This Course
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.
Course Content
- Presenting and on-air performance
- Media business and legal environment
- Audience engagement and branding
- Marketing and sales in media
- Content creation and management
- Social media and digital communication
- Audio production and post-production
- Media ecology and representation
- Radio operations and programming
- Operating a commercial radio station
- Photography and videography electives
- 3D motion graphics
- Group and independent media projects
- 24-week paid industry placement
Entry Requirements
University Entrance as specified by NZQA
Build towards these roles
On-air presentingNewsCreative writing for radioOnline content creationProgrammingProductionSales and marketing in radio/media
Build skills in these industries
Media
