Bachelor of Communication

Tuition costs 37,700 AUD per year.

Graduates of the Bachelor of Communication go on to a range of careers in advertising, public relations, digital communication, public affairs, and community relations/engagement. This programme will cover strategic communication theories and practices, with a focus on designing advertising and public relations campaigns, and explore contemporary communication planning and practices with an emphasis on ethics and digital communication. Your final capstone unit, the Communication Agency, will give you a hands-on creative agency experience producing portfolios of industry standard work for real clients, preparing you for a role in the communication sector.

You’ll develop the knowledge and skills for a diverse range of communication fields. In your final capstone unit, you’ll engage in a comprehensive, hands-on creative agency experience producing portfolios of industry standard work for real clients. This course is available across multiple campuses, including City Campus and online, allowing flexibility.

Edith Cowan University (ECU) in Perth, Australia, established in 1991, is a large and diverse institution with approximately 30,450 students, including around 6,000 international students. ECU emphasises industry-connected teaching, research impact and student employability across its 11 program areas, fostering a practical, career-focused learning environment. The Perth campus offers a dynamic urban setting with strong links to industry and community partners.

Programs span health, education, business, engineering, arts and sciences, with modern facilities such as simulation labs, research centres and creative studios that support experiential learning. Small class sizes, accessible staff and a focus on work-integrated learning help students gain practical skills and professional networks. Research at ECU addresses real-world challenges and integrates student involvement through projects and placements.

International students are supported with comprehensive services including orientation, academic assistance, English language programs and career counselling to ease transition and enhance success. Scholarships and financial guidance help manage study costs, while vibrant campus life and support networks promote wellbeing and intercultural engagement. For students seeking a university with strong industry ties, practical training and a welcoming multicultural community in Perth, ECU offers a compelling combination of academic quality and real-world preparation.