Unit Set Information

Media Major

Effective from 01-JAN-2015 : Code MABUTG

The growth of the creative industries means that more organisations require design, journalism, print and online publishing services. This major is for students who wish to develop diverse creative skills and knowledge.

Disclaimer

This unit set information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester. In particular please check the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.

This Major can be studied in the following courses:

Mode of Delivery

On Campus at South West (Bunbury)

Related Careers

Journalist, Copywriter, Graphic Designer, Creative Consultant

Major Structure

Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
CCC3310News Writing15
CCC3311Feature Writing15
CCC3312Layout and Design15
CCC3313Digital Photography15
CCC3314Cyberculture15
DES2101 *Design Practices: Identity15
DES2103Desktop Publishing15
WRT3212Community Writing15
Students are also required to complete the following Foundation units for this Major, as part of their course requirements:
CCC1106Popular Media15
CCI1102Visual and Graphic Fundamentals15
RECOMMENDED ELECTIVES
Unit Code Unit TitleCredit Points
It is recommended that students studying this Major select Electives from the following, as part of their course requirements:
CCC3102Writing the Real15
RPS3106Professional Placement15
RPS3107Independent Study15

* Students will be assessed to see if they have achieved the ECU minimum standard of English language proficiency in this unit. Students who don't meet the minimum standard will be provided with appropriate English language support and development.


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