Bachelor of International Relations with Bachelor of Media
Why combine International Relations with Media?
International relations is about understanding “big picture” themes like trade, governance and human rights. Media professionals, meanwhile, strive to engage the public with these critical matters.
On completion of this double degree, you’ll be uniquely placed to pursue a range of influential careers—from political journalism to government and public relations roles.
What will you do?
- Explore global challenges and foreign policy in depth.
- Build skills in digital and interactive media, writing, research, reporting, radio and video production.
- Pursue foreign language electives to boost your employability.
- Get industry experience with major media networks and outlets.
For more info
- Bachelor of International Relations
- Bachelor of Media
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Entry Requirements
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I am a:Domestic applicants
SATAC Code 324261 2018 CSP ATAR 66 2018 CSP IB 24 Guaranteed Entry Score - ATAR 70 Deferment Yes - 2 year Intake February and July Enquiries Future Students team 2018 Admissions Data for school leavers
ATAR
(raw ATAR, excluding any applicable adjustment factors)Lowest ATAR to receive an offer 57.15 Median ATAR to receive an offer 68.05 Highest ATAR to receive an offer 97.1 Selection Rank
(ATAR plus any adjustment factors)Lowest Selection Rank to receive an offer 68.05 Median Selection Rank to receive an offer 68.1 Highest Selection Rank to receive an offer 99.95 Minimum Selection Rank required for consideration 65 Additional criteria considered Selection rank only Selection Criteria
Recent Secondary Education You must not have completed more than 2 years full time equivalent university study (48 units). You compete for a place with your Selection Rank (ATAR plus any applicable adjustment factors ). Higher Education Study You must have completed at least six months full time equivalent higher education study (the number of courses and units will vary depending on your prior institution however at the University of Adelaide, this equates to 4 courses / 12 units). A Grade Point Average (GPA) is calculated for each separate program you have undertaken (apart from some double degree programs where the GPA is combined). You compete on the basis of your best GPA. Please note the subject prerequisite for this program must be met by all applicants - either completion of a SACE Stage 2 language subject (or equivalent), or the successful completion of at least one language course (3 units or equivalent) at a tertiary institution. The completed language course does not need to be in the same discipline that the student intends to pursue in the Bachelor of Languages.
Vocational Education and Training (VET) study You must have completed an AQF Certificate IV or above from a Registered Training Organisation. Your application will be ranked according to the level of the award. Please note the subject prerequisite for this program must be met by all applicants - either completion of a SACE Stage 2 language subject (or equivalent), or the successful completion of at least one language course (3 units or equivalent) at a tertiary institution. The completed language course does not need to be in the same discipline that the student intends to pursue in the Bachelor of Languages.
Work and life experience You must be 18 years or over before 1 February 2019. If you have studied at higher education level in the last two years (for 2019 entry this means you were enrolled in either 2018 or 2017), you must not have accumulated more than a TOTAL of 2 years full-time (or part-time equivalent) higher education study (ie. including any study prior to 2017). If you meet this criteria, you will be ranked according to your result in the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT). Your STAT result is not weighted between verbal and quantitative components. Indigenous applicants may be eligible for entry through the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Access Scheme. See Wirltu Yarlu for further information. Other Entry Pathways How to Apply
SATAC Code: 324261
Student Profile
Applicant background Semester one/Full year intake 2018 Number of students Percentage of all students (A) Higher Education study
(includes a bridging or enabling course)1 12.5% (B) Vocational education and training (VET) study N/A N/A (C) Work and life experience
(admitted on the basis of previous achievement not in the other three categories)2 25.0% (D) Recent secondary education: - Admitted solely on the basis of ATAR
(regardless of whether this includes the consideration of adjustment factors)
5 62.5% - Admitted where both ATAR and additional criteria were considered
(e.g. portfolio, audition, extra test, early offer conditional on minimum ATAR)
N/A N/A - Admitted on the basis of other criteria only and ATAR was not a factor
(e.g. special consideration, audition alone, schools recommendation scheme with no minimum ATAR requirement)
N/A N/A International students N/A N/A All students 8 100.0% International applicants
Not an international applicant?
CRICOS 052491A Intake February and July Selection Criteria
English Language Requirements
Australian Year 12 Successful completion of an Australian year 12 qualification with a minimum pass in an accepted English language subject English Tests accepted by the University of Adelaide IELTS Overall 6.5 Reading 6 Listening 6 Speaking 6 Writing 6 TOEFL Overall 79 Reading 13 Listening 13 Speaking 18 Writing 21 Pearsons Overall 58 Reading 50 Listening 50 Speaking 50 Writing 50 Cambridge Overall 176 Reading 169 Listening 169 Speaking 169 Writing 169 Qualifications that meet minimum English requirements A range of alternative qualifications may meet the University’s minimum English requirements Academic Entry Requirements
Secondary School Qualifications Selection Rank (International) 70 International Baccalaureate (IB) 25 Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) 17 United Entrance Certificate (UEC) [Malaysia] 25 General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level 6 Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) 65 British Columbia Certificate of Graduation (Canada) 4.6 Alberta High School Diploma (Canada) 74 ISC & CBSE [India] 60% ISBE [India] 70% SAT [US] 1120 Abitur 3.7 Thailand Certificate of Secondary Education 2.2 Bang Tot Nghiep Trung Hoc Pho Thong 7.5 STPM or Matrikulasi 2.67 Kuwait General School Secondary Certificate 70 The University of Adelaide College Foundation Program 70 Eynesbury Foundation Program 339 ANU Foundation Studies 64 Monash Foundation Year 67.5 Trinity College Foundation Studies Program 70 UNSW Foundation Year 6.5 University of Sydney Foundation Studies Program 6.5 Western Australia University Foundation Studies Program 56 University of Queensland Foundation Studies Program 4.0 Non-Go8 Foundation Score 70 Other Qualifications Students who don't meet the academic requirements or who have other qualifications from the South Pacific Islands, Japan, Korea, Philippines or Taiwan may be eligible to apply for a Pre-University Pathway to prepare for or gain entry into the University's undergraduate academic programs. For additional information see Pathway Programs How to Apply
- Admitted solely on the basis of ATAR
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Fees and Scholarships
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I am a:Domestic applicants
Annual tuition fees Commonwealth-supported place: $6,575More information on Student Contribution Amounts.
International applicants
Not an international applicant?
Annual tuition fees International student place: $32,000 Scholarships
These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.
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Careers
Potential careers
Political Adviser, Politician, Diplomatic corps, Product and Advertising Manager, Production Assistant, Public Servant, Publishing, Feature Writer, Film Director, Foreign Affairs, Foreign Aid Worker, Tourism, Humanitarian / Aid Worker, International Development Worker, Writer, Community Development Officer, PR Advisor, Community Outreach Worker, Community Project Manager, Social Inclusion Officer, Social Media Strategist, UN Human Rights Officer, ...
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Degree Structure
Academic Program Rules
The Calendar is a comprehensive handbook of the University's academic program rules.
Example Study Plan
Indicative study plan Year 1 S1 MDIA 1002
Introduction to MediaMDIA 1007
Digital PlatformsPOLIS 1104
Introduction to Comparative PoliticsLanguage Level I
(*if exempt from
language studies: International Relations Closed Elective Level II)S2 MDIA 1004
Exploring TV & RadioARTS 1007
The Enquiring MindPOLIS 1102
Introduction to International RelationsLanguage Level I
(*if exempt from
language studies: International Relations Closed Elective Level II)Year 2 S1 MDIA 2301
Media Policy and Media LawMDIA 2302
Media Research MethodsPOLIS 2114
Approaches to International RelationsLanguage Level II
(*if exempt from
language studies: International Relations Closed Elective Level II)S2 MDIA 2306
Approaches to MediaMDIA 2336
Digital StorytellingInternational Relations Closed Elective Level II or III Elective Level II
(or optional
Language Minor)Year 3 S1 MDIA 3207
Media Industry Transitions
6 unitsInternational Relations Closed Elective Level II or III Elective Level III
(or optional
Language Minor)S2 MDIA 3310
Professional PracticeMedia Closed Elective Level II or III International Relations Closed Elective Level II or III Elective Level III
(or optional
Language Minor)Year 4 S1 Elective Level
II or IIIMedia Closed Elective Level III One 6-unit course from:
POLIS 3107
International Relations Internship
or
POLIS 3108
International Relations PracticeS2 Elective Level
II or IIIElective Level
II or IIIInternational Relations Closed Elective Level
II or IIIInternational
Relations Closed
Elective Level
II or IIICurrent students, please see the Study Plan Templates -
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Last updated: Thursday, 27 Jun 2019
