Bachelor of Communication – Linguistics

Study language from all angles. Youll 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. Youll 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), youll 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. Were the only university where you can major in Science Communication, and Literary and Creative Communication.

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Duration: 3 Year(s)

Fees: NZD31800

Entry requirements for Victoria University of Wellington

Achieve the International Baccalaureate Diploma, or three GCE Advanced Level passes at C grade, or equivalent.
Successful completion of your general secondary education and successful completion of one year of undergraduate degree study at a recognised tertiary institution (min. GPA may be required)
Successful completion of the Victoria University of Wellington Foundation Studies Programme OR other recognised foundation programme
Achievement of the International Baccalaureate Diploma (min. 24 points) OR equivalent internationally recognised high school qualification
IELTS (Academic): minimum overall score of 6.0 with no sub-score below 5.5
TOEFL: minimum overall score of 80 (internet-based test)
EAP: minimum final scores of 4,4,4,3

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