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Bachelor of Communication in Political Communication
University of Canterbury, New Zealand
NZD 33325
Annual Tuition Fee
Free
Application Fee
36 months
Duration
6
IELTS
80
TOEFL
75%
Min GPA
Program Overview
With a BC, you will develop skills in media content production, planning, and research in international and national contexts.
You will have the opportunity to use a variety of communication technologies, including digital, audio and visual, and social media in areas like journalism, creative projects, and communications scenarios catering to different audiences. You will also learn to meet strategic goals of corporates and drivers of social change.
Major: Political Communication
Political communicators report on policy developments, international crises, and other topics that affects the world.
Political Communication is about how we gather, analyse, and translate data on political topics such as international relations, public health risks, economical change, and foreign crises, in order to pass key information along to the public and other stakeholders.
This major is ideal if you want to be a direct part of the political process and help advance social change.
Additional Information
Program Level 3-Year Bachelor's Degree
College/University Processing Time 30 Days
Program Format Full-Time
Post-Study Work Visa (PSWV) 
General Admission Requirement
Academic Requirement
- Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma or equivalent including the following required course(s):
- English 60%
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Tuition Fee
The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.
Average Tuition Fee Per Year
33325
Tuition Fee
(NZD)
Free
Application Fee
(NZD)
20000 Per year
Average Cost of Living
(NZD)
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Check program website for more information about funding options.
Scholarships
University of Canterbury India High Achievers Scholarship
Award Amount: $5,000 - $10,000 towards fees
Brief Description:
This scholarship recognises and supports international students with strong academic abilities from India who are beginning their educational journey in New Zealand at Te Whare W?nanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury.
Value/Benefits:
- Undergraduate: Contribution to tuition fees of $5,000 paid in the first year of study.
- Postgraduate: Contribution to tuition fees of $10,000 paid in the first year of study.1
- Level of Study: Undergraduate, Postgraduate
- Closing Date: 15 November 2024 (Semester 1 2025 start) and 30 April 2025 (Semester 2 2025 start)
- Tenure: One year
- Number available annually: Varies
- Applicable enrolment during tenure: Full-time study in an undergraduate or postgraduate degree program at the University.
Citizenship/residency requirements: Applicants must be:
- New full-fee paying international students
- Must be a citizen of India
For more information, please read the regulations for this award: click here.
UC Business School Awards
Confirmed for 2026 and still being processed for S2 2025:
- $6,000 for master’s programmes
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Almost 65% of new international students starting a business degree in S1 2025 received an award. They are applied as a tuition fee reduction and can be held alongside the UC High Achievers Scholarships. Eligibility is automatically assessed, with no need to submit a separate application. For more info, visit the UC Business School website.
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