Bachelor of Communication
Media & Comms
A course by
University of Auckland
Gain advanced understanding of communication's role in our world and prepare for a career as a communications professional. Develop research, leadership, and professional skills adaptable to media, technology, and organisational contexts.
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Core skills this course teaches
Advanced communication knowledge
Demonstrate advanced understanding of communication's significant role in society and organisations.
Professional and leadership skills
Develop specialist skills in writing, public speaking, research, critical and creative thinking, and leadership for communication contexts.
About This Course
The Bachelor of Communication at the University of Auckland imparts an advanced understanding of communication's significant role across organisational, social, and global contexts. Students develop specialist skills in writing, public speaking, critical and creative thinking, leadership, research, and cultural competency. The programme equips graduates for diverse roles in public, private, and not-for-profit sectors, including media, public relations, advertising, and corporate communication. It also prepares students for further postgraduate study.
Course Content
- Communication theory and practice
- Writing for audiences
- Public speaking
- Critical and creative thinking
- Leadership and management in communication
- Research skills
- Cultural competency (including Māori and Pacific contexts)
- Media and digital communication
- Organisational communication
- Ethics in communication
- Internship course (optional, by application)
- Majors: Communication and Social Change, Communication and Technology, Communication in Leadership
- Core and major-specific courses
- General education and elective courses
Entry Requirements
University Entrance or equivalent
Build towards these roles
Broadcast media producerContent producerCopywriterDigital communications specialistJournalistMarketing adviserPublic relations specialist
Build skills in these industries
Media
