Media & Communication

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Kirsten studied a BA in Media & Communication at UC and is now a marketing co-ordinator at global company, Tait Communications

Media and Communication examines the influence and impact of the media and new information technologies. It shows how communication and media work within a broader social context, drawing on both the arts and social sciences. The degree develops a wide range of critical thinking, writing and research skills. From the uprisings in Ukraine and the Middle East, to your relationship with friends on Snapchat, media are changing the world. Develop an understanding these profound societal shifts through Media and Communication studies.

Man giving media communications presentation

Undergraduate and postgraduate study

Explore the department's taught and thesis-based courses and qualifications.

New Bachelor of Communication degree

Find out more about our new degree that prepares graduates for a career in the communications industry.

Staff contact and research profiles

Student radio on campus

With a radio station on site, our students can put their learning into practice.

Hear from our students

Ben talks about his involvement in student radio at RDU.

Connect with us on Facebook

Media and Communication students have an active social media presence - join them.

News, events and seminars

UC partners Word Fest 2021 full of Canterbury ...

The University of Canterbury is a proud principal partner of the WORD Christchurch Festival 2021, which is set to spring ...

Radical languages: Writers Behrouz Boochani & Vana ...

How does the language we speak shape us? Define us? Empower us? Limit us? What kinds of privilege and domination does it ...

Arts Update Te Rāngai Toi Tangata Blog

News, views and events from the University of Canterbury College of Arts

Media and Communication staff are located in

Elsie Locke building, Level 6