Bachelor of Communication Studies
Media & Comms
A course by
AUT
A well-regarded degree in communication studies covering media, journalism, advertising, public relations, audio/radio, and screen production, with industry-standard facilities and strong career outcomes.
NZ$9,975
inc GST
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This course starts anytime
NZQA Level 7 Certification (360 Credits)
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NZ$9,975
inc GST
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This course starts anytime
NZQA Level 7 Certification (360 Credits)
Advanced
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Core skills this course teaches
Develop advanced communication skills
Gain strong written, verbal, visual, and digital communication capabilities to plan, create and deliver messages across multiple platforms.
Industry-standard practical experience
Work in media industry environments and develop hands-on experience using professional studios, production and PR tools.
What You're Signing Up For
The AUT Bachelor of Communication Studies is internationally recognised, offering students practical and theoretical knowledge across all areas of communication. Students benefit from industry-standard media facilities and are able to specialise in majors including Advertising, Digital Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, Radio and Audio Media, and Screen Production. Courses are designed to connect students to industry, provide workplace experience, and build a skillset suitable for roles in media and communication sectors.
Course Content
- Core first-year courses offering introduction to media world and communication theories
- Specialisation via major in: Advertising and Brand Creativity, Digital Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, Radio and Audio Media, Screen Production
- Flexible component: choice of minors and electives from communication or other AUT degrees
- Access to media centre, radio and TV studios, student PR agency
- Practical workplace experience before graduation
- Supporting elective/minor options including Communication for Social Change, Media and Power, Multi-Camera Production, Professional Performance Communication (not always offered)
What you need to know first
University Entrance or equivalent
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