Degree Transfer Media and Communication
Our Degree Transfer Media and Communication provides a pathway into the Bachelor of Media and Communication at the University of Newcastle. You will enjoy work integrated learning (WIL) opportunities and develop skills to produce ground-breaking, thought-provoking, and engaging work in diverse media industries.
The University is ranked Top 5 in Australia for learning resources and overall educational experience (Undergraduate Communications)*. 86.8% of undergraduate Communications students are satisfied with facilities and learning resources**, and 91.2% of undergraduate Communications graduates found employment within four months***.
Intakes
- Feb
- July
Application Processing Time in Days: 20
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Support Services
Our Student Services Team’s focus is to help students make the most of their time at the College and overcome any challenges they might face. Our team is available to meet to discuss any issues or concerns at any time, both face to face or online.
Academic Guidance
Our Student Experience Team works closely with the College’s academics to monitor students’ academic performance and help students manage their workload to successfully progress to their degree of choice. During the study term, students are also invited to attend regular Progress Consultations in which they can discuss their academic performance, raise concerns and provide feedback.
Student Engagement
A range of online and on campus events and workshops is held throughout the year and advertised via email. These interactive events aim to provide further support to students and connect them to our vibrant student community.
College students are also welcome to join one or more of the over 100 University clubs and societies available at the University of Newcastle. Joining a club or society is the best way to make friends, improve your English skills and make the most of your time at University. Find out more here.
PSW Opportunity
Post Study Work Steam Renames to Post Higher Education Work Steam.
- Bachelor degree holders including honours can get upto 2 years of post study stay
- Master by course work and extended (with a duration exceeding 2 years) can stay upto 2 years
- Masters by research (with a duration exceeding 2 years) and PhD holder can stay upto 3 years
- The Maximum eligible age to apply for PSW will be reduced to 35 years of age from 50 years of age for all applicants
Due to the Australian Indian Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement signed by the 2 countries, according to which:
- Indian students completing bachelor degree including honours can stay upto 2 years
- Bachelor degree with First class honours in STEM including ICT can stay upto 3 years
- Masters by coursework in extended researched (with a duration exceeding 2 years) can stay upto 3 years
- PhD students can stay upto 4 years
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Either the ISC or CBSE Year 12 with 50% across 4 academic subjects; or all State Board Year 12 with 55% across 4 academic subjects
IELTS Academic
(including IELTS One Skill Retake)
5.5 overall (all bands 5.0 or above) or equivalent
Degree Transfer – all programs
5.5 overall (Speaking and Writing band 5.5 or above with no band below 5.0) or equivalent
iBT TOEFL
50 overall (15 or above in Speaking and Writing)
PTE Academic
46,48
- Course Code: 114391K
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Under Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
33000 AUD
Average Cost of Living: 29710 AUD /year
Application Fee: N/A