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Bachelor of Arts (Internet Communications)

Open the Door to Cutting-edge Careers

The Internet has changed the way we live, work and interact with each other.

Internet-related skills are key for cutting-edge careers in the media, communications, marketing and design industries. This course can help you develop those skills.

Delivered by distance education through Open Universities Australia, this course allows you to study anytime, anywhere for a qualification that's identical to one received on campus.

Gain a Recognised Degree

Identical to on-campus qualification
Study anywhere, anytime
FEE-HELP available

Quick Course Guide

Qualification: Bachelor Degree
Enrolment dates: Enrol anytime - start now!

Study time

Self-paced. Approximate time for completion:

Full time: 3-4 years
Part time: 6-7 years
Maximum: 10 years

Pre-requisites

None

Delivery method: Distance education - online
Assessment: Assignments & exams

Delivered by: Curtin University
Finance options: FEE-HELP available

Be a Part of the Internet Revolution

The Bachelor of Arts (Internet Communications) degree examines the Internet as a social technology and key developments in today's media-centric world.

You'll learn about:

internet communications
virtual communities and collaboration
social media and social networks
web publishing, presence and production
internet economics, politics and regulation
online research and analysis

This course includes options to specialise in website design, online writing and communication, and online community management.

Possible career outcomes include web producer, online media or communications specialist, and online marketing professional.

Course Structure

Total units: 24
Core units: 10
General Humanities units: 4
Electives: 10

Course Units

Core Units

The Internet in Everyday Life
Web Communications
Internet Communities and Social Networks
Internet Commerce and Consumers
Web Publishing

Web Media
Internet Politics and Power
Internet Collaboration and Organisation
Web Production
Web Presence

Optional Units

Complete the following unit:

Engaging Media

Complete any three units below:

Introduction to University Learning
Australian and Global Society
Text, Image, Culture

Introduction to Popular Culture and Society
Critical Thinking

Electives

Complete any 10 OUA units (at least six units at level 2 or above).

Contact a SEEK Learning consultant for more information about the units for this course.

Set Your Own Study Schedule

There are four study periods each year - so you can enrol anytime and start in the study period of your choice.

You're in control of your study schedule - study from home or wherever it's convenient, and in your own time. You can fast track your learning by studying during all four study periods, or take breaks in between.

Contact a SEEK Learning consultant for more information.

Did You Know?

Survey results show that a Bachelor Degree increases earnings by about 30%.

Australian Council for Educational Research - Nov 08

Study Now, Pay as You Earn

Almost every Australian citizen is eligible for Government assistance through the FEE-HELP program. This means you do not have to pay anything upfront, but can pay for your course as you earn. Contact a SEEK Learning consultant to find out more about how you can study now and pay as you earn with FEE-HELP.

Refresh Your Study Skills with Quick Skills Modules

New to university study or returning to study after a long break? You may want to consider taking Quick Skills Modules, short online courses that are designed to help you get the most out of your studies. There are six modules available:

An Introduction to Project Managing Your Studies
Setting Study Goals and Objectives
Managing Risks and Optimising Potential
Getting to Know Your Study Materials
Scheduling Tasks and Time
Preparing for and Sitting Exams

Each module can be completed within three hours. Contact a SEEK Learning consultant now for more information about these optional modules.

Enjoy Comprehensive Support

Get all the support you need as you study towards your qualification. You have access to:

student advisers
online forums
study groups
online library resources
online guidance on study skills and writing
a dedicated student association

About Curtin University & Open Universities Australia (OUA)

This course is delivered by Curtin University, in partnership with OUA.

About Curtin University

Curtin University is the largest Western Australian university, offering more than 800 undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

Curtin's courses are innovative and have a strong practical focus - ensuring that graduates are job-ready and skilled to meet the current needs of industry.

Learn more about Curtin University.

About OUA

OUA offers a wide range of distance-based courses and units from Australia's leading universities. All OUA qualifications are identical to those gained on-campus - and all are FEE-HELP approved.

With OUA, you can enrol anytime, mix and match units, and study at your own pace, while enjoying comprehensive support services.

Learn more about OUA.