This innovative program combines the university’s strong research culture with a theoretical and practical focus on the latest developments in digital and interactive media. Through a strong grounding in media history, theory, analysis and creative practices, you will be prepared for cross-media and professional communication work in business, government and community organisations, as well as independent media work. You will learn to think of yourself as a critical consumer of media product, and an innovative, ethical and professional practitioner for a range of media. There are opportunities to undertake an internship with a professional organisation. This degree suits resourceful and committed students who want to prepare for the new fields and occupations created by digitisation and networking changes affecting mainstream media, and society more generally.

Study Abroad and Exchange Opportunities

The University has student exchange links with over 100 overseas institutions. You can study overseas for one or two semesters which counts as credit towards your degree program at the University of Adelaide. In addition there are no extra tuition fees for this study. What better way to test out newly developed language skills or experience another culture as you learn?

In first year, you will take core courses on the impact of new digital technologies on industry and user practices, a study of how visual images work in contemporary media, the role of broadcast radio and television, and creative digital story techniques. These courses combine media history and theory with the study of professional media practices. Advanced level core courses include media law, media research, global media, online democracy,  professional practices, media and creative theory, and a range of options including a media industry placement.

Honours Degree of Bachelor of Media 

Double Degrees 

If you have strong interests in more than one area, then completing a double degree is a great investment. Most double degrees can be completed in four years of full time study and you will graduate with two parchments. The following double degree programs have direct entry codes for SATAC:

• Bachelor of Media / Bachelor of Arts
• Bachelor of Media / Bachelor of International Studies
• Bachelor of Media / Bachelor of Laws (5 years)
  

Concurrent Degrees

Are you enrolled in a single degree and would like to apply for a second degree? Have you ever wondered if you could study a combination of programs not covered in any of the listed double degrees? Both of these options are possible. And, by selecting the appropriate courses to enrol in, you can complete both awards in four years of full time study.

You can apply through SATAC for one program, and then apply for the second program the following year. Even better, you may be able to apply internally through the university for your second program in the middle of the year. The university rules for internal transfers, i.e. transferring from one degree to another or applying to enrol in a second degree can be found at http://www.adelaide.edu.au/student/admission/internaltransfers.

Please talk to the Faculty Office for enrolment advice if you are considering this option.

Diploma in Languages

Studying for a humanities and social sciences degree means you can choose to study a language as part of your degree. Alternatively, any student enrolled in an undergraduate program at the university can elect to study a language through the Diploma in Languages. Start as a complete beginner or with more advanced knowledge and choose from Chinese, French, German, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Modern Greek or Spanish. The Diploma in Languages will extend study for one year to fit the language sequence, and you will graduate with certificates in both your program and the Diploma in Languages. You will leave university with language expertise, communication skills and greater cultural insight.

*The Diploma in Languages is not available to international students. 

An exciting option for your third year is to take part in an internship in the arts, media, parliament or environment with over 50 industry partners. These include State Parliament and a range of public and business sector agencies, where you can use the knowledge from your university study in a practical work environment, building valuable networks and gaining experience that counts towards your degree program and prepares you for your future career.

• Humanities and Social Sciences Program Information Leaflet
• Faculty of Humanities & Social Science
• Undergraduate Scholarships
• Student Centre enquiry form