This double degree provides the foundation for a successful career in foreign affairs, state and federal government, national and international business among more. Rooted in exploring the dynamic interactions between media, government and society, this diverse double degree provides you with a broad understanding of the communication industry, theories and research. Key study topics include media, politics and government; digital and global communication; public opinion and media consumers. Study a Bachelor of Politics & International Relations / Bachelor of Communication in Media & Public Affairs at UC and you will: gain an in-depth understanding of politics and international relations paying attention to both the historical and contemporary context understand the disciplinary perspectives of politics and international relations discover political institutions and how they operate including, at the national level, institutions and practices of politics, governance and policy, national security and border control; and at the international level, foreign policy, international institutions and the implications of globalisation and post-globalisation develop an understanding of and competence in a range of politics and international relations research methods and analytical techniques and the ability to apply these to research tasks Develop an in-depth understanding of contemporary society and politics paying particular attention to the relationships between media, politics and public opinion.

Career opportunities A range of career opportunities exist for Bachelor of Politics & International Relations / Bachelor of Communication in Media & Public Affairs including: State and federal government National and international business Intelligence community Diplomatic service Foreign affairs Communications & media officer Government relations officer Public information officer Media planner