Bachelor of Social Science (Media Studies)

About this course

The Bachelor of Social Science (Media Studies) offered by Swinburne Online through SEEK Learning gives you the knowledge and skills to forge a successful career in the media.

This online social science degree specialising in the media will give you the knowledge and training to understand society and culture, including social relationships, modern institutions and their interrelation. You’ll learn what sociological role and influence the media plays today, and how it shapes and is shaped by its audiences.

You’ll also develop the critical tools to understand a media-soaked and technology-hungry society, and the practical skills in public relations and journalism to write confidently about the media.

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Eligibility

Applicants are required to have:

• A minimum ATAR score of 50 in the last 5 years

OR

• A Certificate IV qualification or above

OR

• At least 3 years of related work experience

OR

• Completed a Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) or the core 'Learning and Communicating Online' study unit

AND

• Be an Australian or NZ citizen or permanent resident

Areas of study

The core subjects you will study in this media studies course include:

• Learning and communicating online
• Psychology 100
• Foundations of statistics
• Understanding the modern world
• Explorations in sociology
• Introduction to media studies
• Professional communication practice

The major subjects you will study include:

• Cultural perspectives on science and technology
• Cinema studies
• Journalistic writing
• Social media
• Public relations writing
• Australian media policy
• Media, advertising, sport & society
• Media studies project

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Finance options

If you are an Australian citizen you may be eligible to receive HECS-HELP, meaning you can defer payment of your course fees. Additionally, if you are an Australian resident you may also be eligible to receive Abstudy/Austudy or Youth Allowance.

Student support

As a student of Swinburne Online through SEEK Learning, your studies will be supported by online communication with tutors and other students through discussion boards, chat sessions, email and blogs. Swinburne Online offers an excellent tutor–student ratio and you will receive regular feedback and guidance from eLearning Advisors.

Swinburne Online’s student liaison officers are available by email and phone 7 days a week to respond to any queries or concerns you may have about your studies. They can also provide information on admissions, enrolment and re-enrolment, course advice, policies and regulations, academic assessments and any technical issues you may experience.

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How will this course advance my career?

Understanding how to communicate with audiences and what role that communication plays in society is a winning combination when it comes to scoring a rewarding and meaningful career.

This online social science degree could open the doors to a plethora of stimulating careers in any number of roles that deal with the media. Graduates are eligible for careers in social research, communications, media relations, marketing, journalism or policy analysis and development. Whichever you choose, you’ll have the education, training and practical skills to make a successful career in media studies.

How else will I benefit from this degree?

• Upon successful completion of this course you will receive a nationally recognised, accredited Bachelor of Social Science (Media Studies) from Swinburne Online through SEEK Learning.
• Studying online means you can study where you want, at your own pace.
• Receive career-focused training with practical, hands-on learning.
• All course materials provided.
• Recognition of Prior Learning may be available for previous work experience, formal training or qualifications in this field.

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