- Students are to follow the requirements of the Handbook for the year they commenced the course.
However, the subject links below do not contain the subject information for the current year. You can view current subject information through the new Course Handbook.
Digital Media and Communication
The internet revolution has brought to life a new ecology of networked digital media, radically changing the way we work, play, and communicate. The DIGC area of study uses an innovative blend of teaching methods to ensure that graduates have the necessary communication competencies to navigate and take the lead in the ongoing digital media revolution.
Compulsory subjects provide students with an understanding of the core cultural and technological dynamics of contemporary digital media. These subjects offer a framework of practical competencies to operate successfully as a professional communicator in a global media environment.
Elective subjects allow students to develop digital media skills and understanding in important applied contexts such as Journalism, Political Communication, and Media Arts.
Students will be equipped with critical awareness and practical skills suited to a wide range of employment opportunities in the traditional and new media industries.
Subjects Required for Major Study
Students must complete BCM 112 (Convergent Media Practices) as part of this major, plus:
| Subject Code | subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core | |||
| MEDA101 | Introduction To Media Arts | 6 | Autumn |
| DIGC202 | Global Networks | 8 | Spring |
| Plus ONE of the following subjects: | |||
| DIGC302 | Digital Communication Practice: Final Project | 8 | Spring |
| MEDA301 | Media Arts Workshop | 6 | Autumn |
| Plus a minimum of 28cp of subjects from the following electives. Students must complete a minimum of 24cp at 300-level including either DIGC302 or MEDA301 above. | |||
| Electives | |||
| MEDA102 | Computational Media | 6 | Spring |
| JOUR206 | Convergent Digital Journalism | 8 | Spring |
| DIGC210 | Digital Dissent | 8 | Autumn |
| MEDA201 | Time, Space & Data | 6 | Autumn |
| MEDA202 | System, Play & Interaction | 6 | Spring |
| DIGC310 | Digital Game Cultures | 8 | Autumn |
| DIGC330 | Digital Asia | 8 | Spring |
| DIGC335 | Cybercultures | 8 | Autumn |
| MEDA302 | Media Arts Project | 6 | Spring |
Subjects Required for Minor Study
Students must complete BCM 112 (Convergent Media Practices) as part of this minor, plus:
| Subject Code | subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core | |||
| DIGC202 | Global Networks | 8 | Spring |
| Plus any TWO subjects from the major. One of these must be at 300-level. | |||
Credit Arrangements
Refer to UOW's credit arrangements for information on how to apply for credit.
Other Information
Further information is available at:
Email: lha-enquiries@uow.edu.au