Bachelor of Multimedia Studies (Honours)

CQUniversity's Bachelor of Multimedia (Honours) allows you to extend your knowledge in a specific area of multimedia and prepares you to enhance your career prospects or move successfully into postgraduate research.  This one year program gives you the additional skills and knowledge in the field to gain a competitive edge.

The program is designed to enable you to explore and develop practical skills and techniques and build skills in the areas of independent learning, analytical thinking, research and communication in your area of interest via project-based learning. 

What am I studying?

The term multimedia is used to describe the integrated presentation of text, graphics, sound and images, including digital video via computer-based media. Multimedia includes the study of animation and games for mobile devices, web design, digital video, and audio production. Students who study multimedia are able to create and apply digital content for communication, education and entertainment.

A qualification in multimedia studies is the ticket to a career in the digital media industries. The term multimedia refers to products and services that combine different types of media into one. With the help of digital technology, multimedia producers can manipulate text, graphics, animation, audio and video elements into new interactive media forms such as mobile applications, web sites, computer games, DVDs and social media.

Why Study Multimedia at CQUniversity

Multimedia graduates are highly sought-after, particularly in fields that require a blend of technical and creative expertise. Career opportunities can be found in areas such as web design, graphic design, publishing, photography, illustration, animation, game development, software development, audio production, video production, film and television post-production, visual effects, advertising, marketing, corporate communications, education and training.

Most digital media production environments are multidisciplinary, requiring collaboration between people with diverse technical and creative skills. The study of multimedia encompasses many of these skills, including graphic design, web design, web application development, video production and post-production, interface design, photography, illustration, 3D modelling and animation, game design, social media management, mobile application development, project management and more.

CQUniversity's multimedia programs are flexible, offering you the choice of studying on-campus or by distance education, and either on a full-time or part-time basis. This means you can tailor your learning to suit your personal and professional needs. Our degree program consists of a combination of core or compulsory courses and electives, allowing further flexibility in customising your study to match your career goals.

At CQUniversity, we provide the right mix of theory and practical experience to ensure that you are work-ready upon graduation, making you attractive to potential employers. Every program is delivered by qualified, supportive teaching staff who offer relevant, real-world experience. And all of our programs are regularly monitored and updated to ensure they remain in line with current industry practices.

Entry Requirements

Bachelor of Multimedia Studies degree passed at a distinction level or higher, or a qualification deemed equivalent.  You may be required to undertake preliminary study in your Bachelor of Multimedia Studies undergraduate program before commencing the honours program.

Career Opportunities

A Bachelor of Multimedia Studies (Honours), depending on your speciality, will qualify you to work in some dynamic and creative jobs such as:

• Advertising art director
• Animator
• Film and television editor
• Games developer
• Graphic designer
• Multimedia developer
• Director of photography
• Production manager
• Educator (multimedia specialist)
• Technical artist/3D artist
• Tester (games development)
• Web designer or webmaster.

Program Structure

You are required to complete 48 units of credit. This comprises of:

• 24 units of credit (or equivalent based on assessment) in coursework; and
• 24 units of credit in dissertation.

Course Information

For example courses you could study as part of the Bachelor of Multimedia Studies (Honours) program please click here.

As CQUniversity is committed to providing quality, up-to-date and relevant education, please note courses are refreshed regularly and may not be an exact indication of course availability for your study. Please call 13CQUni 13 27 86 if you have specific questions regarding course information regarding your specific application.