University of Canberra College (UC College)
University of Canberra College (UC College)

Building level B 2617/5 University Avenue, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

International Foundation Studies + College Diploma - Communication - Extended + Bachelor of Communication and Media - Marketing Communication

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Program Summary

Program Description

The International Foundation Studies Program is a one year pathway program for international students seeking entry into the first year of the majority of undergraduate degrees at the University of Canberra. It is a non-award program designed to equip international students with the skills and capabilities for successful undergraduate study.

It is a pre-university year and the curriculum is equivalent to the Australian Year 12. The curriculum has a strong focus on the development of both English language skills and tertiary preparation skills. The curriculum is also focused on developing those preparation skills for study in the Australian tertiary environment. The course can be delivered both onshore and offshore.

The program is designed as a generalist (multi-field) program. This provides international students with the opportunity to seek admission to a broad range of degrees. The unit offerings span a range of disciplines and include the following key learning areas:

  • English
  • Mathematics
  • Technology
  • The Arts/Humanities/ Society
Whilst the current program consists of 12 core units of study, it has also been structured to ensure that as future opportunities arise there is capacity to introduce specialisations (streams). Possible examples include business, information technology and communication. This would be achieved through the introduction of electives.

The teaching calendar consists of 3 terms of study. Each term consists of 12 weeks of teaching, a one week mid term break and 1 week of assessment. Typically there are three recess weeks for students between each term.

Are you interested in advertising, public relations, journalism or media and arts production? Are you an international student? If so, the  Diploma of Communication is the perfect pathway to many exciting careers.

By studying the Diploma of Communication you will:
  • be supported in building language and academic skills for further studies
  • get direct entry to the 2nd year of a many bachelors degrees
  • develop a good understanding in key cultural areas
  • develop the professional expertise to enter and confidently contribute to the communication industries.

This course aims to produce critically aware, ethically responsible and multi-skilled professionals who will thrive in the interlinked industries of public relations, public affairs and corporate communications.

In this unique national capital setting, you’ll explore how historical and current social, political and economic processes influence, and are influenced by, communication.

Are you looking for a springboard to work in the rapidly evolving and multifaceted marketing communications industry? With this degree from UC, you’ll develop skills and knowledge in strategic and brand development, media engagement, advertising and cross-platform digital communication. You’ll refine your analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as your understanding of professionalism and social responsibility.

So that you can hit the ground running, you’ll have ongoing exposure to the industry, as well as access to professional internships and training across multi-disciplinary platforms. You’ll graduate with a solid understanding of the consumer and the strategic and creative principles involved in professional marketing communications practice, as well as the skills needed to meet industry demands.

Study a Bachelor of Communication and Media (Marketing Communication) at UC and you will:

  • align the production of professional marketing communication with industry requirements, standards and global best practice
  • apply professional judgement and knowledge in adapting marketing communication theories, principles and methodologies across diverse social, cultural and organisational contexts.

Academic Background

Minimum Level of Education Completed

Grade 11

Minimum GPA

50%

Minimum Language Test Scores

Reading

4

Listening

4

Reading

5

Writing

5

Listening

5

Speaking

5

Program Intakes

Open date

September 19, 2025

Submission deadline

December 23, 2025

Open date

September 19, 2025

Submission deadline

April 22, 2026

Cost and Duration

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Program Level

3 year bachelor degree continued from 1 year college diploma continued from 1 year foundation program

Program Length

$29710 AUD

Cost of Living

$0 AUD

Application fee

$15840 AUD / First Year

Gross Tuition

Other Fees

Overseas Student Health Coverage Fee: $519 per year
Student Services and Amenities Fee: $308 per year