Radio and Audio Media Major - Bachelor of Communication Studies
Media & Comms
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AUT
Study for New Zealand’s only university degree in radio and audio media at AUT. Get hands-on experience running an FM and online radio station and build practical, industry-relevant skills for a media career.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
City Campus, Auckland
It will take a total of 3 years
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Operate broadcast and online radio stations
Gain hands-on experience running FM and online radio stations, managing playlists, formats, and live shows as part of a student team.
Produce professional-standard media content
Develop skills to create, produce, and present audio shows, podcasts, commercials, and multimedia content using industry-standard studios and equipment.
Understand the business of radio and media
Learn the operational, commercial, and promotional aspects of the radio and audio industry, including advertising sales and station promotions.
What You're Signing Up For
This major in the Bachelor of Communication Studies develops key skills for a career in radio and audio media. Students operate real radio stations, create professional shows and podcasts, learn about the business of radio, and gain industry connections. The programme provides foundational and advanced training in media production, broadcasting, radio programming, content creation, podcasting, and more. Access to state-of-the-art studios and strong industry links lead to great career progression in the audio and broadcasting sector.
Course Content
- Radio station operations and management
- FM and online broadcasting
- Media production foundations
- Radio production: context, programming, performance
- Sound production and podcasting
- Web media for radio
- The business side of radio, sales, and promotion
- Music industry and programming
- Teamwork in media enterprises
- Collaborative practices
- Communication and media theory
- Media technology, society and ethics
- Intercultural communication
- Media, politics and citizenship
What you need to know first
University Entrance or equivalent
For international students: IELTS (Academic) 6.0 overall with all bands 5.5 or higher or equivalent
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Broadcasting
Media
Audio Production
Entertainment
Future employment opportunities might be
Announcer/radio journalist
Podcaster
Copywriter
Account executive
Media planner
Music director or programmer
Producer
Production or studio engineer
Programme director
Promotions or station manager
Record company representative
Web content multimedia specialist
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