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You’re interested in the world around you. Want to communicate what you see, hear and feel as effectively as possible? This program gets you ready to do great things– at uni and beyond.
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Communicate your way
Be prepared for a career in the media world of tomorrow. Choose from fascinating majors, including Advertising, Journalism, Public Relations and Media Arts Production. Develop an understanding of audiences from cross-cultural and international perspectives. Solve problems that need active participation in the community. Learn about ethical conduct, intellectual integrity, diversity and social justice principles.
When you successfully complete the 12-month diploma from The College, you gain guaranteed entry into the second year of the Bachelor of Communication at Western Sydney University.
To apply, all you need is a Lowest Selection Rank (LSR) of 45+ and the determination to work hard. Once you’re here, our mission is to make sure you have the supportive learning environment and flexibility you need to transform your life. That includes smaller class sizes with greater access to one-on-one teaching and support.
At The College, we’re dedicated to your success. We know that if you’re given a supportive learning environment with a dedicated team of educators, anything is possible. Our wide range of pathway options include University Foundation Studies, Extended Diplomas and Integrated Diploma/Bachelor programs. Your success starts here.
Program structure
Our program structure is outlined in our handbook. Here you can view all of the subjects you will be studying.
Fees and delivery
Fees: Varies depending on subjects selected.
For further information, consult: Student Contribution Bands
Delivery: On campus
Fees: Varies depending on subjects selected.
For further information, consult: International Program Fees
Delivery: On Campus
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Your career
This program may open the door to a career in:
- Advertising
- Corporate Communications
- Direct Marketing
- Media
- Market Research
- Copywriter
Your career

Advertising Professional
Advertising professionals develop and coordinate advertising strategies and campaigns, determine the market for new goods and services, and identify and develop market opportunities for new and existing goods and services.

Public Relations
Public Relations Professionals plan, develop, implement and evaluate information and communication strategies that create an understanding and a favourable view of organisations, their goods and services, and their role in the community.

Copywriter
Copywriters determine the advertising approach by consulting clients and management, and studying products to establish principal selling features
College Pathways in Communication
Select a program type from the drop down.
Apply now and start your unlimited journey.
*The tuition fees quoted above are the fees for the normal full-time study load of the program (80 credit points) per annum. International students will be subject to a variable fee regime; i.e. enrolled students will be required to pay fees during their program based on the approved fee for each calendar year. Fee changes (if any) will occur at 1 January each calendar year. Students who extend their program past the normal finish date of the program will be required to pay additional fees based on the prevailing fee level. Western Sydney University is a multi-campus institution. The University reserves the right to alter the location of its programs between campuses and other locations as necessary. Students should be aware of the possibility of change of location for the whole or part of programs for which they enrol and should plan for the need to travel between Western Sydney campuses.
** Lowest Selection Rank