Diploma of Communication

The Diploma of Communication opens up a wide range ofcareer and further study opportunitiesin disciplines ranging from film and television through to journalism and multimedia.

Diploma students have the opportunity to studyDigital Media and Society, Public Relations and the Australian Media.

The Diploma of Communication will teach students core skills to enhance their career prospects, whether that be a student fresh out of school or someone wishing to upgrade their qualifications.Some core skills covered include;

communicating in groups, managing public relations, online communication, critique and use emerging media, communication problem solving, decision making, rational and critical thinking, and an understanding of ethics, morals and cultural beliefs.

Successful completion of the Diploma of Communication guarantees students a place in most undergraduate degrees at Bond University, with a possible 80 credit points credited towards their new program of study.

Students are advised to check the degree study structures online to confirm for which subjects they may receive credit.

The Diploma of Communication is a two semester (full-time) program of 8 compulsory subjects and 1 compulsory skills building subject. Students must complete the following eight (8) subjects for the Diploma of Communication:

• BCAS01-020 Academic Skills*
• BCDP02-101 Critical Thinking and Communication
• BCDP02-033 Introduction to Global Citizenship
• BCDP02-012 Media Futures
• BCDP02-010 Digital Media and Society
• BCDP02-102 Collaboration, Teams and Leadership
• BCDP02-103 Responsibility, Integrity and Civic Discourse
• BCDP02-071 Foundations of Content Creation
• BCDP02-009 Introduction to Communication

*BCAS01-020 Academic Skills is a compulsory 0 credit point subject that provides you with core academic skills including referencing, academic writing and time management. It must be completed in your first semester (weeks 2 to 6).

Recommended study plan

For information regarding appropriate enrolment for each semester, we recommend that students see the Program Structure and Sequence webpage.

Domestic students

Entry into the Diploma of Communication requires the successful completion of Year 12 or equivalent (OP 16 – 20/ATAR 64.95-50.00). Bond University College offers tertiary preparation programs (Foundation Program and Diploma Preparation Program) for students who do not currently have the required academic qualifications.

• Work experience - ANZCO Skill level 3 for 1 year full-time equivalent
• Incomplete Certificate IV in Adult Tertiary Preparation (passing grades in 2 subjects)
• STAT result of 144
• OP ineligible Schedule equivalent rank to OP 16 - 20

For alternate means of entry such as work experience or the Special Tertiary Admissions Test please contact the Office of Future Students.

Toll-free: 1800 074 074 (in Australia)Tel: +61 7 5595 2222 (international)Email: information@bond.edu.au

International students

International academic entry requirements.

English language requirements

• Pass in Bond University College EAP Level 2 or
• IELTS 6.0 (no subscore less than 5.5) or equivalent

Key dates

Bond University calendar

How to apply

In order to apply for study at Bond University, you will need to complete the Online Application Form. To find out more about the application process please refer to How to apply.

Successful completion of the Diploma of Communication will provide students with a pathway to most Bond University undergraduate degrees or to start their career in media, corporate communications, public relations or event management.