Communication
Media & Comms
A course by
University of Auckland
Explore key ideas, debates, and practical skills in communication, including media, digital technologies, writing, public speaking, and ethical issues, with study options at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
City Campus, Auckland
It will take a total of 3 years
Core skills this course teaches
Understand contemporary communication challenges
Develop knowledge of major debates and controversies in modern communication, including digital culture and technology.
Develop critical and professional communication skills
Gain proficiency in skilled writing, multimedia communication, and public speaking suited to professional workplaces.
Apply ethical principles in communication
Interpret and apply principles related to misinformation, digital ethics, and responsible messaging.
What You're Signing Up For
Communication at the University of Auckland enables students to study how we communicate in the modern world, including through social media, news, and professional settings. The programme covers digital communication, misinformation, ethics, advertising in the digital age, and more. Students develop in-demand communication skills such as professional writing, audio and visual communication, public speaking, and understanding Māori and Pacific communication principles. Communication can be taken as a Bachelor of Communication for advanced focus or as a major within the Bachelor of Arts.
Course Content
- Key debates and practices in 21st-century communication
- Digital technology impacts on communication
- Misinformation and digital ethics
- Advertising in the digital age
- Professional writing skills
- Audio and visual communication
- Public speaking and presentation
- Māori and Pacific communication principles and practices
What you need to know first
University Entrance or equivalent
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Media
Public Relations
Advertising
Communications
Government
Business
Future employment opportunities might be
Media professional
Digital content creator
Advertising specialist
Public relations officer
Government communications officer
Business communications manager