Bachelor of Communication and Media Studies
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Skills and knowledge you may gain from your program:
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An understanding of communications theory and an awareness of communications media and their impact on society and an appreciation of the historical development of communication and media technologies
Knowledge of legal, ethical and policy frameworks governing various communication practices and media technologies
An appreciation of the relationship between media and communication practices and broader social issues
Critical/analytical thinking
Computer skills; ability to use computers and statistical analysis techniques
Communication skills – explaining ideas, writing and presenting information succinctly and clearly; public speaking; compiling carefully reasoned reports and essays; skills in debating and negotiating
Written and oral communication for different audiences
Digital media literacy
Knowledge of media and telecommunication industries and institutions
Influencing and persuading people/groups; aptitude for leadership
Cultural sensitivity; the ability to relate to people from different backgrounds
Research skills; data and information collection, processing and synthesis
Reporting and editing skills; attention to detail
Areas of Employment
- Advertising, Marketing and Public Relations
- Media and Telecommunications Industries
- Digital Media and Gaming
- Communications-related professions in government, corporate, and non-governmental organizations
- Charities and Philanthropic Organizations
- Lobbying and Advocacy
- Education
- Law
- Policy Development and Analysis
- Public Relations
- Research and Consulting
- Sports and Live Entertainment
- Art galleries and museums
- Program and project management
- Event planning
- Public consultation
- Social media management and analysis
Job Titles of Program Graduates
Editor/Writer
Digital Strategist
Communications Officer
Internal Communications Coordinator
Web Coordinator
User Support Specialist
Project Coordinator
Social Media Manager
Digital Storyteller
Content Marketing Lead
Digital Marketer
Digital Designer
Professor
Communications Director
Information Officer
Journalist
Media Relations Officer
Policy Analyst
Mediator
Political Agent
Human Resources Manager
Public Relations Specialist
Researcher
Pollster
Political Strategist
Teacher
Speech Writer
Media Analyst
Publisher
Festival Co-ordinator
Consumer Advocate
Business/Technical Writer
Copy Writer
Announcer/Broadcaster
Editor
Multimedia Designer
Communications Lawyer
Market Researcher
Events Coordinator
Fundraiser
Lobbyist
Media Production Assistant
Advertising Executive
Campaign Manager
Image Consultant
Public Affairs Specialist