About the course

Study language from all angles. You’ll explore what it is, what it tells us about the human mind and how languages change over time. Delve into how language looks and sounds and how it's structured and shared. Examine its role in society and its connection to how people think. You’ll also gain the essential research skills that linguists use to evaluate language and make discoveries.

　　In our media-saturated society, clear, persuasive, and imaginative communication is more important than ever. With the three-year Bachelor of Communication (BC), you’ll build the communication skills and knowledge you need for your future career. Develop your knowledge of communication and explore your own passions and interests through the BC’s distinctive three-pillar structure.

　　Anchor your learning in core courses designed with the input of the communications industry. Build your understanding of the theory behind communication practice, and get a solid grounding in contemporary approaches.

　　Major in the area that best appeals to your interests. Choose from Marketing Communication, Media Studies, Intercultural Communication, Science Communication, Literary and Creative Communication, Linguistics and Political Communication. We’re the only university where you can major in Science Communication, and Literary and Creative Communication. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Trimester 1 (February), 2024	Wellington
Trimester 2 (July), 2024	Wellington
Trimester 1 (February), 2025	Wellington
Trimester 2 (July), 2025	Wellington
Trimester 1 (February), 2026	Wellington
Trimester 2 (July), 2026	Wellington

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Victoria University of Wellington

Achieve the International Baccalaureate Diploma, or three GCE Advanced Level passes at C grade, or equivalent.

　　IELTS: minimum overall score of 6.0 with no sub-score below 5.5

　　TOEFL: minimum overall score of 80 (internet-based test)

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Victoria University of Wellington. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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　　401st / 1250

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