The Department of Media, Music, Communication and Cultural Studies (MMCCS) comprises a number of disciplines dedicated to understanding contemporary media, and to developing valuable practical skills.

The largest department within the Faculty of Arts, MMCCS offers both stand-alone degrees and majors within the Bachelor of Arts. Students have the flexibility to undertake units outside of their primary area in order to build a well-rounded, customised study program.

MMCCS is also dedicated to research, in both its traditional incarnation and in the form of creative practice. It houses a vibrant research community bringing together Higher Degree research students and staff.

Undergraduate Degrees and Majors

MMCCS offers a wide range of study areas combining theoretical knowledge and practical skills. MMCCS offers both degrees and majors that you can study within the Bachelor of Arts.

Degrees include the Bachelor of Arts - Media and Bachelor of Marketing and Media. The Bachelor of Arts - Media may also be combined with the Bachelor of Laws.

Bachelor of Arts majors offered within MMCCS include:

For more information on degrees and majors, visit www.courses.mq.edu.au

Our Facilities

MMCCS houses state-of-the-art facilities and labs for screen production, music production, animation and multimedia, and radio. It is home to 2SER radio, as well as dance and film studios, music practice rooms, and theatres.

For more on MMCCS production facilities, click here.

Higher Degree Research and Postgraduate Study

Thinking about undertaking a Higher Degree Research Project? MMCCS offers both research Masters (MRes) and PhD study in its disciplines. 

MMCCS also offers one-year postgraduate Masters programs in Media, Law and Culture, Creative Media (choose from specialisations in Screen Media Production, Creative Writing, and Audio and Music Production) and International Communication.

Our Research

MMCCS staff are dedicated and active researchers and creative practitioners. We represent a range of research areas and produce many different types of research, including journals, books, edited collections, documentary and dramatic films, fiction writing, pieces for radio, musical works, and more. The department also holds regular research seminars, symposia, conferences, and other events.