Bachelor of Digital Media and Communication

The Bachelor of Digital Media and Communication at Murdoch University is a three-year undergraduate degree focused on the skills, theories and practical knowledge needed to work across digital platforms and communication industries. Students explore topics such as media production, storytelling, digital design, online publishing, and social media strategy. Through hands-on units, you learn how to create and manage content for websites, video platforms, and emerging digital channels.

This course is structured into semesters, with students progressing through required and elective units, each assigned a specific number of credit points. In your final year, you may take on a capstone project, which lets you bring together your skills to produce a substantial digital media piece or campaign that reflects industry practice. Work-integrated learning opportunities and professional placements are available, giving you direct experience with media organisations, digital agencies, or communications teams in Perth and beyond.

Through this degree, you develop practical abilities in video production, graphic design, digital content creation, and online communication, combining technical competence with strategic insights. You also strengthen your skills in teamwork, problem solving, project management and digital ethics, all qualities that employers look for in Australia’s creative and communication sectors. This course suits those interested in a practical career working with media technologies, creative projects, or public messaging, and those interested in how digital content shapes society.

International students need to meet English language requirements (IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 or equivalent), and should always confirm specific prerequisites and course details with Murdoch University’s official sources. The degree sits at AQF Level 7 and is listed on the CRICOS register for student visa purposes.

• Digital content creator in media companies
• Social media manager for brands or not-for-profits
• Communications officer in government or private organisations
• Digital marketing assistant in creative agencies
• Media producer or coordinator for online publications
• Online community manager

Employers include Australian media organisations, advertising agencies, corporate communication teams, and public sector agencies. Graduates on a student visa may be eligible for post-study work rights through the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485), and are permitted to work up to 48 hours per fortnight while studying.