Bachelor of Communication and Media - Bachelor of International Studies (Dean's Scholar) | 2019

Overview 

If you are a high-achieving and motivated student, the Dean's Scholar program will give you an enriched educational experience. The program includes a member of academic staff to advise you on matters concerned with your degree, as well as an annual book allowance, and designated study space. You will produce a major self-directed research project as a capstone to your degree in the final year of study. 

The Bachelor of Communication and Media degree offers students a strong foundation in the global communication and media industries. This degree has a focus on preparing students for global careers in digital and social media, visual communication design, journalism, screen media production, marketing, communication and advertising. Students will encounter key ideas in the study and practice of media and communications, and gain flexible and transferable skills that will prepare them for informed engagement with the changing world of global media culture.

International Studies is the analysis, appreciation and study of the diversity of the global community. It examines the relationships of politics, society, culture, language, and history in a range of countries and globally. International Studies teaches you how to analyse national and global issues. You will learn about the forces shaping the modern world and the theories that underpin our understanding of the most important global issues. You will also gain language skills and we strongly encourage students to undertake study abroad to further expand their skills.

The two degrees are complementary with their focus on internationalisation and globalisation from different perspectives. It suits those seeking future careers in media, or related fields, in an international context and will prepare you for the world of digital communications and social media. 

Dean's Scholar Degrees 

Dean's Scholars have the opportunity to attempt subjects not normally available to first-year students. They may be granted exemption from certain first-year subjects and may be permitted extended subject loads, enabling them to complete the degree in less than the normal time and enter Honours in their third year. 

Dean's Scholar students benefit from:

• Access to shared study and workspace;
• Yearly text book/resource allowance for full time students;
• Limited printing privileges;
• Specialised subject LHA 102 Dean's Scholars Seminar and LHA 302 Dean's Scholars Research Project;;
• Opportunities to attend academic and higher degree research workshops and seminars.
• On successful completion of this degree, students will be guaranteed admission to Honours.

Dean's Scholars are able to use the University's student exchange program to undertake a period of study overseas. Several Dean's Scholars have competed successfully for places in the Australian National Internship Program or the University Capitol Washington Internship Program, which places students in political offices in Canberra or Washington D.C. respectively.

To remain in the program, students must maintain an average of 75% in each year of study. If the student's average falls below 75%, the student will be transferred into the Bachelor of Communication and Media - Bachelor of International Studies degree. 

Entry Requirements and Credit Arrangements

Information on academic and English language requirements, as well as eligibility for credit for prior learning, is available from the Course Finder.

Course Learning Outcomes 

The course learning outcomes in each of these degrees complement and consolidate outcomes in the partner degree. Please refer to the Course Handbook page of each individual degree for a comprehensive list of degree course learning outcomes. 

Course Structure

To qualify for award of the degree, the Bachelor of Communication and Media - Bachelor of International Studies (Dean's Scholar), a candidate must successfully complete at least 216 credit points, comprised of:

1. LHA 102 Dean’s Scholars Seminar (6 credit points);
2. LHA 302 Dean's Scholars Research Project (6 credit points);
3. The core subjects for the Bachelor of International Studies (24 credit points);
4. A minimum of a minor in a language other than English (minimum 24 credit points);
5. At least one of the majors in the Bachelor of International Studies (48 credit points);
6. The core subjects for the Bachelor of Communication and Media (48 credit points);
7. At least one of the majors in the Bachelor of Communication and Media (48 credit points);
8. Electives to bring the total credit points to 216.

Notes:

• Students must maintain an average mark of 75% or better.
• Not more than 90 credit points in 100-level subjects.
• Students must achieve a clear pass in the core 300 level subjects. 

Majors and Minors

Students completing this degree will complete at least two majors. One chosen from the Bachelor of Communication and Media, and one from the Bachelor of International Studies. 

As part of the Bachelor of International Studies, students will complete at least one minor in a language other than English.

Follow the links to each Course Handbook page for information on majors and minors available in each degree.

Work Integrated Learning

Undertaking a work integrated learning experience during your university education is now a significant contributor to being competitive in securing employment in your field of choice when you graduate from UOW.

The Faculty of Law, Humanities and the Arts internship program provides students with an opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills acquired in their degree in a workplace setting.

Students' are also encouraged to consider CRLP200 'Career Ready Learning and Practice' (6cp). CRLP200 includes a quality assured workplace internship or industry project to give you that competitive edge by developing your professional skills through authentic learning in a real world context. You will focus on your career goals and receive career direction guidance, strengthen your resume and gain skills to navigate the rapidly changing world of work, develop your communication skills and begin to build a professional network.  

Honours

Honours is a fourth year of study that provides training in independent research. Students who complete the double degree with the required academic standard are encouraged to proceed to either the Bachelor of Communication and Media (Honours) or the Bachelor of International Studies (Honours). Please refer to the handbook pages for the further information about these degrees and their entry requirements.

Other Information

To remain in the program, students must maintain an average of 75% in each year of study. If the student's average falls below 75%, the student will be transferred into the Bachelor of Communication and Media - Bachelor of International Studies degree.

For further information please email: lha-enquiries@uow.edu.au