This dual degree will give you the knowledge and experience to explore global issues and make your impact through news and international relations know-how. The Bachelor of International Studies will challenge you to examine the dynamics of global and regional change, explore key developments in international politics and economics, and evaluate why the world is changing around us. The Bachelor of Media in Communication & Journalism will equip you to become an effective communicator within today’s media industry. Our students learn multiplatform storytelling techniques, developing diverse professional skills, from creating digital communication strategies to producing audio-visual news stories. In this program you are not simply skilled up as a writer, you are also encouraged to become an influential and strategic communicator able to tackle complex issues by drawing on your integrated practical and theoretical expertise. This degree will provide students with the opportunity to pursue two diverse career paths and have an international career in a communication focused profession. What you will study The Bachelor of International Studies/Bachelor of Media (Communications & Journalism) is a rigorous five-year degree which includes studies in the area of: International Studies Media, Communication and Journalism studies Language Studies Overseas Study Program Careers This dual degree prepares graduates for international careers in communication and journalism and our graduates can be found in industries worldwide including digital, broadcast and print journalism (e.g. foreign correspondent), advocacy, corporate and organisational communication, public sector communication, public relations, international business, government agencies, including foreign affairs, non-government organisations (e.g. those affiliated with the United Nations in development work, tourism and trade). Opportunities include: third year portfolio project or media internship elective internship through the Arts & Social Sciences Vocational Placement (Internship) course elective production courses from a wide range of faculties across UNSW, including Art & Design, Built Environment, Computing Science, and Engineering use of advanced multimedia labs, digital video production, post production facilities, animation and audio studios for relevant courses Honours A year-long honours program is available for high achieving students in the Bachelor of Media in Communication and Journalism. Honours is an intensive study program that provides the opportunity to engage in specialised research, to further develop analytical skills and expand your graduate options.