This major focuses on the flow of information and ideas around the world. It covers issues around the international communication industry and global media including convergent technologies. You will develop: an informed, global, cross-cultural perspective of the world written and verbal communication skills that are valued by employers in any industry the ability to analyse the debates and practices related to communication in a variety of contexts that cross national and linguistic boundaries. This major is taught by international staff who bring a broad range of disciplinary and professional perspectives to their teaching. They are active researchers who draw upon diverse cultural experiences.

For students from overseas, Macquarie uses an international selection rank to determine the minimum eligibility requirement for each undergraduate course. This rank has been converted into equivalent scores for various recognised international high school qualifications and university entrance examinations, including global qualifications like the International Baccalaureate (IB) and GCE A-Levels. All applicants for undergraduate coursework studies at Macquarie University are required to provide evidence of proficiency in English.