Bachelor
The UNSW Bachelor of Commerce/Media is a double-degree that can be completed in 4 years full-time, or the part-time equivalent.
The UNSW Bachelor of Commerce/Media is a double-degree that can be completed in 4 years full-time, or the part-time equivalent.
Through the Bachelor of Media, you can specialise in public relations and advertising, communications and journalism, screen production, cinema studies, or media studies. As you hone your expertise, you'll developing your creative thinking, problem-solving, and communication, and learn to drive change through ethical and persuasive communications.
Through the Bachelor of Commerce (BCom), you'll learn in the classroom and the boardroom. You'll gain essential business knowledge and professional experience, and build a digital portfolio, to kick-start your career as you study. The program has been designed alongside industry to ensure you have what it takes to thrive in the careers of the future.
Through this unique combination, you'll graduate with the confidence to make an impact on the issues, and in the industries you're passionate about, and the experience to succeed in diverse and innovate careers.
Integrated First Year
The BCom's first-year courses are designed to reflect the nature of real-world business, and we call it the Integrated First Year. Traditionally, first-year business courses are a series of 'introduction to' or 'fundamentals of' courses, which are separate introductions to different business disciplines. However, we know that in reality, business problems are complex, multi-layered and span several disciplines. Our integrated curriculum reflects this. You'll gain a breadth of experience and nuance of understanding across a range of disciplines, preparing you to tackle real challenges in the workplace.
Tailor your specialisations
You can choose from 12 commerce specialisations, and four media specialisations, tailoring your degree to suit your passions, ambitions and the future of industry. You'll have the flexibility to explore what interests you before deciding on your specialisations. See 'What will I study' for further information.
MyBCom portfolio
MyBCom portfolio is an award-winning interactive platform and assessment tool for BCom students. You'll use MyBCom to guide your commerce studies, develop a tailored career plan, and collate a portfolio of professional experiences to showcase future employers.
Career focused studies
Work experience is built into the BCom, meaning you can undertake internships in Australia or internationally as part of your degree. You'll also have access to work integrated learning, such as industry consultancy projects, online practicums, placements or collaborating on real social entrepreneurship projects.
The Bachelor of Media integrates practical skills and professional experiences from the outset. You'll undertake internships, work with industry-standard studio spaces and technologies (including an Adobe Creative Cloud subscription while studying), and connect with experienced professionals.
Expert guidance
You'll hone your skills under the direction of world-leading researchers, experienced practitioners, and inspiring industry guest speakers with diverse experience across media and business.
Support and connections
The UNSW Business School and Arts, Design & Architecture communities are passionate, supportive, and motivated. You'll learn among friends, future colleagues, co-creators, and experienced professionals.
State-of-the-art design production facilities
Access professional development opportunities unique to Business School students through Career Accelerator
Adobe Creative Cloud included while studying
A supportive, diverse, and inclusive community
Connect with a global alumni network
*AFR BOSS 2023 Best Business School Rankings
The degree's admission requirements are based on your Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) or an equivalent rank derived from the following:
Australian interstate Year 12 qualifications (e.g., OP rank)
New Zealand NCEA Level 3
Equivalent overseas qualifications e.g., International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma, GCE A-Levels
Post-secondary or tertiary qualifications
An alternative entry qualification
At UNSW, we are committed to ensuring prospective students have all the information they need in order to make informed decisions about their study options.
To assist you in gaining a better understanding of how Admissions works at UNSW, we have provided you with a summary of ATAR offers and the student profile.
We hope this information will help you identify the degree that is right for you.
Advanced Mathematics
We offer a range of adjustment factor schemes that reward students for academic performance and extra-curricular achievements. These schemes also take into account a range of personal and educational disadvantages that may have affected your studies.
HSC Plus
This scheme rewards students who perform well in Year 12 subjects that are relevant to their preferred UNSW degree. You may be awarded up to five points.
Elite Athletes, Performers and Leaders (EAPL)
This program recognises achievements in the areas of sport, academia, leadership and music at an elite level. You may be eligible for up to five points.
Educational Access Scheme (EAS)
Factors such as illness, financial hardship, language difficulties or attending a particular school can mean you don't always get the best possible marks in Years 11 and 12. If one of these situations applies to you, submit an application for the Educational Access Scheme (EAS) via UAC. Eligible students can receive between 1 and 10 points towards their chosen UNSW degree.
Your ATAR is not the only measure of your potential to succeed, which is why we offer a range of pathways into university. Explore your options below and get in touch with our future student advisors to discuss your path to UNSW.
Gateway Admission Pathway
This scheme is open to students in Years 11 and 12 who attend Gateway schools. It significantly adjusts the ATAR requirements for your preferred UNSW degree and provides you with an early conditional offer to UNSW.
Entry programs for Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
We offer entry programs for Indigenous Australians, including the Indigenous Preparatory Programs and the Indigenous Admission Scheme (IAS). The entry pathway program you apply for will depend on the degree you want to study.
You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.
If you're completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g. NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency.
If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College's Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
| Qualifications | Direct entry requirement |
|---|---|
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International ATAR
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88
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| UNSW Foundation Studies GPA |
7.7
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Great Britain General Certificate of Education (GCE A levels)
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12
All applicants must present a minimum of two Advanced Level (A2) subjects. Entry Scores are calculated from the best two, three, or four A2 Level subjects (excluding repeated subjects) using the following values: A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2 and E=1. |
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International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB)
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33
Results based on scores required for entry into UNSW in 2019 and are only applicable if the Diploma has been completed. Students currently attempting the IB can apply directly to UNSW or through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC). For more details, visit www.uac.edu.au |
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Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) (after 2016)
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1240
Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) based on the total of evidence-based reading and writing and mathematical test scores. Must be provided in conjunction with evidence of successful completion of senior secondary studies. |
We do not accept secondary qualifications from this country. We may accept tertiary study results, please contact us for more information.
Please contact us for direct entry requirements.
If you do not meet the requirements for direct entry into your chosen degree, you may be eligible for a pathway program with UNSW College. UNSW College provides alternative entry options using university-approved content so that you can start your UNSW journey with confidence.
You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on whether you are from an English-speaking background or non-English speaking background. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.
If English is not your first language, you'll need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you can be given an offer to study at UNSW. You can do this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College's Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
This degree prepares builds towards your career from day one. You'll graduate with a digital portfolio, practical experience, creative thinking, and industry connections that will set you up to pursue exciting and diverse careers that move with industry developments and technology, including:
Accountant/auditor
Business analyst
Consultant
Customer experience designer
Cyber security analyst
Data analyst
Entrepreneur/start-up founder
Economist
Financial adviser
Human resource consultant
Investment banker
Digital media and marketing strategist
Marketing/public relations
Brand manager
Tax adviser
Advertising strategist
Advertising account executive
Communications officer
Content producer
Community engagement adviser
Copywriter
Digital communications coordinator
Digital marketing officer
Government media adviser
Journalist or feature writer
Internal communications specialist
Marketing executive
Media account executive
Media relations adviser
Public relations consultant
Social media manager
Video presenter
Animator
App developer
Advertising creative
Cinematographer
Digital editor
Digital producer
Filmmaker
Game designer
Interactive media designer
Screenwriter
Sound producer
Television producer
Video producer
Website content manager
Take your Commerce studies to the next level with an additional one-year Honours degree, where you'll gain advanced knowledge and research skills in your chosen area of business. You'll have the opportunity to be mentored by top-tier researchers and work on industry relevant projects while undertaking a significant research thesis. Graduate with advanced knowledge, analytical, problem-solving and research skills that are highly sought after in business and government. Learn more about BCom Honours.
The Bachelor of Commerce can give you professional recognition and accreditation in industry governing bodies, including the Australian Human Resources Institute, Australian Securities and Investment Commission, CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, ACCA, Financial Adviser Standards and Ethics Authority (FASEA) and Institute of Public Accountants.