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Bachelor of Media Arts

Degree Level Undergraduate

International students

Start date
February
July

Campus
Magill

Duration
3 year(s) full-time

Program Code
MBMA

Prerequisites
None

Assumed Knowledge
None

Fees
AUD$ 20,400 per annum (per 1.0 EFTSL) for students enrolled in 2013

English Language Requirements
  • IELTS total [6.0]
  • IELTS reading [6.0]
  • IELTS writing [6.0]
Equivalent English qualifications (PDF)

International Admission by Country
See full entry requirements

CRICOS Code
058520G

  • Entry requirements

    Admission criteria

    The admission criteria have been grouped to assist you to easily find the information most relevant to your circumstances. However, you may fit into more than one and the university will consider applicants against each of the relevant criteria.

    Certain conditions apply. For more information refer to Appendix 4 of the University's Selection and Entry policy.

    To be eligible for selection, applicants are required to have:

      Completed the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE); and

    • completed 200 credits of subjects;
    • achieved a grade of C* or better in the Personal Learning Plan, 20 credits of literacy, 10 credits of numeracy and the Research Project at Stage 2;
    • achieved a grade C- or better in an additional 60 credits at Stage 2;
    • obtained a competitive ATAR.

      * For Stage 2 subjects a grade of C- or better is required

    OR

    • Completed the equivalent secondary education qualifications as required for University entry under SACE and fulfilled any prerequisite requirements
    • Completed the International Baccalaureate Diploma, obtaining a minimum score of 24 points and fulfilled any prerequisite requirements
    • Completed or partly completed a recognised higher education program at a recognised higher education institution and fulfilled any prerequisite requirements
    • Completed at least four Open Universities Australia (OUA) courses at the appropriate level and fulfilled any prerequisite requirements
    • Completed an award from TAFE or from another registered training organisation at AQF Certificate IV or above and fulfilled any prerequisite requirements
    • Qualified for Special Entry and fulfilled any prerequisite requirements
    • Completed the University College Foundation Studies program

    Essential requirements for admission

    Prerequisites

    None

    Assumed Knowledge

    None

    English language entry requirements

    In addition, international students who speak English as a foreign language must have obtained one of the following standards within the last two years prior to admission. Possession of one or more of these qualifications, in addition to the academic entry requirements, does not, in itself, guarantee a place at the University of South Australia. Applications are considered on an individual basis and selection is competitive. Where previous study/work experience was conducted in English, the application must be accompanied by certified documentation from the educational institution/employer certifying that the language of instruction/employment was English.
    English language test
    • IELTS total [6.0]
    • IELTS reading [6.0]
    • IELTS writing [6.0]
    Please access the following link for a comprehensive list of English language tests accepted by UniSA and other important information in relation to meeting the University’s language requirements: English Language Equivalence Table (PDF)

    Admission Requirements by Country

    Canada High School (OSSD)60
    Eynesbury FSP310
    German Abitur3.3
    India (best 4)60
    Kenya KCSE (average)B
    Malaysia STPM (best 3)6
    Malaysia UEC32
    Norway GPA3
    Pakistan HSSC75
    Sri Lanka A Levels (best 3)6
    Sweden GPA13
    UK Board GCE A Levels/HK Board6
    USA SAT (2400)1500
    Vietnam8
    HKDSE16
    Australia65
    IB (best 6)26
    Nepal HSEB60
    Bangladesh HSC3.5
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Aim

This program aims to develop the skills and knowledge necessary to design and communicate using new and traditional communication technologies and forms and an understanding of the cultural significance of new communication technologies.

Content & Structure

The Bachelor of Media Arts is equivalent to three years of full-time study or 108 units. The program includes 4 Common Core courses (18 units), a major of 36 units or 8 courses, a sub-major of 27 units or 6 courses, a 4.5 unit course in Indigenous Australian studies and electives of 22.5 units or 5 courses.

Students complete one Media Arts Major selected from:

  • Interactive Multimedia major
  • Digital Design Major
  • Web Development Major
  • Animation Major
  • Film and Television Major
  • Drama Major
  • Music Media Major
  • Performing Arts Major

What courses you'll study

Course name Area and cat no. Units Reference  
FIRST YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Discovering Language, Culture and Society COMM 1060 4.5 Note(s): 6
Common Core Option 1 4.5 Note(s): 7
Major 1 4.5 Note(s): 1,6 Rule(s): 1,2
Sub-major 1 4.5 Note(s): 2
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Common Core Option 2 4.5 Note(s): 7
Introduction to Communication and Cultural Studies COMM 1033 4.5 Note(s): 6
Major 2 4.5 Note(s): 1,6 Rule(s): 1,2
Sub-major 2 4.5 Note(s): 2
SECOND YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Major 3 4.5 Note(s): 1,6 Rule(s): 1,2
Major 4 4.5 Note(s): 1,6 Rule(s): 1,2
Sub-major 3 4.5 Note(s): 2
Free Elective 4.5 Note(s): 5
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Major 5 4.5 Note(s): 1,6 Rule(s): 1,2
Major 6 4.5 Note(s): 1,6 Rule(s): 1,2
Sub-major 4 4.5 Note(s): 2
Elective 1 4.5 Note(s): 3
THIRD YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Major 7 4.5 Note(s): 1,6 Rule(s): 1,2
Sub-major 5 4.5 Note(s): 2
Elective 2 4.5 Note(s): 3
Elective 3 4.5 Note(s): 3
OR
Communication, Culture and Indigenous Australians COMM 2060 4.5 Note(s): 4
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Major 8 4.5 Note(s): 1,6 Rule(s): 1,2
Sub-major 6 4.5 Note(s): 2
Elective 4 4.5 Note(s): 3
Communication, Culture and Indigenous Australians COMM 2060 4.5 Note(s): 4
OR
Elective 5 4.5 Note(s): 4
COMMON CORE OPTIONS Note(s): 7
Introduction to Digital Media INFT 1014 4.5
Intercultural Communication LANG 1054 4.5
Effective Communication PERF 1001 4.5
Global Societies POLI 1014 4.5
Communication and the Media COMM 1006 4.5
Migration, Identity and Multiculturalism SOCU 1005 4.5
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    Animation

    Digital Design

    Drama

    Film and Television

    Interactive Multimedia

    Music Media

    Performing Arts

    Web Development

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    Rules

    1. The Bachelor of Media Arts is equivalent to three years of full-time study or 108 units. The program includes studies in Common Core courses, a major, a sub-major, a course in Indigenous Australian studies and electives.

    2. In order to complete a Bachelor of Media Arts with a specialisation, students must complete 4 Common Core courses; 8 major courses from the media arts major in the area of specialisation; 6 sub-major courses; 5 elective courses and 1 course in Indigenous Australian Studies.

    3. Some of the listed Common Core options may already be available to students within their professional major, sub-major, minor or professional specialisation. Students will then be required to choose a different Common Core option from the above list.

    Notes

    1. A major is a stream of related courses which comprises 36 units, normally eight courses, requiring two courses at level one, four courses at level two and two courses at level 3. Available Majors in the Bachelor of Media Arts are: Interactive Multimedia, Digital Design, Web Development, Animation, Film and Television, Drama, Music, and Performing Arts. Students are advised to check course prerequisites and corequisites prior to selection of courses.

    2. A sub-major is a stream of related courses which comprises 27 units, normally six courses. Students can choose from a wide range of disciplines detailed in Majors, Sub-majors, Minors. Students should note that not all sub-majors are available on each campus, but may enrol in a sub-major on any campus. Students who choose a language or any other discipline requiring sequential enrolment will need to seek enrolment advice from the Program Director.

    3. All students complete four 4.5 unit Electives, unless directed to do English as a Foreign Language as their elective area. See undergraduate elective courses.

    4. All students, other than International students and students who have elected to complete either a sub-major or elective in Indigenous Studies, must complete the course COMM 2060 Communication, Culture and Indigenous Australians. International students and students who have elected to complete either a sub-major or elective in Indigenous Studies will study five Electives.

    5. All students complete at least one Free Elective as part of their undergraduate program. See undergraduate elective courses.

    6. A Common Core course is one available to students enrolled in most undergraduate programs offered within the School of Communication, International Studies and Languages

    7. Students select two of the Common Core Option courses listed in the above schedule.

Contact us

Australian students

Phone: +61 8 8302 2376
Enquiry: unisa.edu.au/enquiry

International students

Phone: +61 8 9627 4854
Enquiry: unisa.edu.au/enquiry

For further information please visit unisa.edu.au/study
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