The Bachelor of Communication and Media degree offers students a strong foundation in the global communication and media industries. This degree has a focus on preparing students for global careers in digital and social media, visual communication design, journalism, screen media production, marketing, communication and advertising. Students will encounter key ideas in the study and practice of media and communications, and gain flexible and transferable skills that will prepare them for informed engagement with the changing world of global media culture. International Studies is the analysis, appreciation and study of the diversity of the global community. It examines the relationships of politics, society, culture, language, and history in a range of countries and globally. International Studies teaches you how to analyse national and global issues. You will learn about the forces shaping the modern world and the theories that underpin our understanding of the most important global issues. You will also gain language skills and we strongly encourage students to undertake study abroad to further expand their skills. The two degrees are complementary with their focus on internationalisation and globalisation from different perspectives. It suits those seeking future careers in media, or related fields, in an international context and will prepare you for the world of digital communications and social media. What you will study The Bachelor of Communication and Media offers five majors - Digital and Social Media, Visual Communication Design, Journalism, Global Screen Media and Marketing, Communication and Advertising. You will need to select one major to specialise in throughout the duration of your degree. You can also choose one major from the Bachelor of International Studies - International Relations, Global Sustainable Development and Global Screen Media. As part of the degree you will also study a language minor, choosing from Mandarin, French, Italian, Japanese or Spanish. Course Learning Outcomes A number of the course learning outcomes in each of these degrees complement and consolidate outcomes in the partner degree. Applied across two discipline areas, the outcomes are achieved at a broader and more comprehensive level. The outcomes, which are common and consolidated in this joint degree, ensure that on successful completion of the course, students will be able to: Description Critically analyse national and international issues and contexts; Apply problem solving skills to complex issues Communicate effectively to a range of audiences. Career opportunities Global Communications Digital Publishing Media Strategy and Planning Public Relations Copywriter Market Research Event Coordinator Publicity Officer Tourism Officer Print/Television/Radio/Photo/Online Journalist Government Editor Feature Writer Reporter Researcher Advertising Social Media Manager Media Management Advisor Communication Specialist Corporate Communications Content Development.