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Be a Part of the Internet Revolution

The Bachelor of Arts (Internet Studies) degree examines the Internet as a social technology and key developments in today's media-centric world.

You'll learn about:

• Internet communications
• Internet content production and management
• Internet policy and regulation
• Online research and analysis
• Online communities
• Website design and development

This course includes options to specialise in website design, online writing and communication, and online community management.

Possible career outcomes include web producer, online media or communications specialist, and online marketing professional.

	Government FEE-HELP support is available for this course. Contact a SEEK Learning consultant now to discuss your eligibility.

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Course Structure

Total units: 24 Core units: 10 Optional units: 6 Electives: 8

Course Units

Core Units

• The Internet: Communications
• The Internet: A Socio-technological Introduction
• The Internet: Policy, Regulation and Governance
• The Internet: Virtual Communities
• The Internet: Media Business
• The Internet: Cyberanalytics
• The Internet: Current Issues
• The Internet: Network Culture and the Virtual Society
• The Internet: Individual Project I
• The Internet: Individual Project II

Optional Units

Complete six units in one of these areas:

• Internet Design
• Media and Public Relations
• Information Systems
• Programming
• Journalism
• Marketing

Electives

Complete any eight OUA units (at least four units at level 2 or above).

Contact a SEEK Learning consultant for more information about the units for this course.

Set Your Own Study Schedule

There are four study periods each year - so you can enrol anytime and start in the study period of your choice. You're in control of your study schedule - study from home or wherever it's convenient, and in your own time. You can fast track your learning by studying during all four study periods, or take breaks in between. Contact a SEEK Learning consultant for more information.

Did You Know? Survey results show that a Bachelor Degree increases earnings by about 30%. Australian Council for Educational Research - Nov 08

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Refresh Your Study Skills with Quick Skills Modules

New to university study or returning to study after a long break? You may want to consider taking Quick Skills Modules, short online courses that are designed to help you get the most out of your studies. There are six modules available:

• An Introduction to Project Managing Your Studies
• Setting Study Goals and Objectives
• Managing Risks and Optimising Potential
• Getting to Know Your Study Materials
• Scheduling Tasks and Time
• Preparing and Sitting for Exams

Each module can be completed within three hours. Contact a SEEK Learning consultant now for more information about these optional modules.

Enjoy Comprehensive Support

Get all the support you need as you study towards your qualification. You have access to:

• Student advisors
• Online forums
• Study groups
• Online library resources
• Online guidance on study skills and writing
• A dedicated student association

You may be eligible for financial assistance through FEE-HELP. Contact a SEEK Learning consultant now to discuss your eligibility.

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About Curtin University of Technology & Open Universities Australia (OUA)

This course is delivered by Curtin University of Technology, in partnership with OUA.

About Curtin University of Technology

Curtin University of Technology is the largest Western Australian university, offering more than 800 undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

Curtin's courses are innovative and have a strong practical focus - ensuring that graduates are job-ready and skilled to meet the current needs of industry.

Learn more about Curtin University of Technology.

About OUA

OUA offers a wide range of distance-based courses and units from Australia's leading universities. All OUA qualifications are identical to those gained on-campus - and all are FEE-HELP approved.

With OUA, you can enrol anytime, mix and match units, and study at your own pace, while enjoying comprehensive support services.

Learn more about OUA.

Enquire now to find out about course prices, FEE-HELP and more.