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Communication and media studies at QUT is ranked first in Australia and top 20 in the world in the QS World University rankings by subject area. Our students analyse communication dynamics in local and international environments and develop the professional expertise required for employment in the rapidly evolving media and communication industries.

Across every field of study in the School of Communication, students develop sophisticated written, spoken and visual literacies and engage with the digital transformation of media platforms, communication strategies and business models.

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Learn from the best, develop your skills in real industry settings and build connections for your future.

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Engage

Gain access to our expertise, find next-generation talent or join our thriving alumni community.

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Our people

Our staff collaborate on projects that lead to real-world impact and help shape the future.

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Our research

Digital Media Research Centre

We are a global leader in digital humanities, and social science research, with a focus on communication, media, and the law.

We address local, national, and global challenges at the forefront of digital transformation, and provide an ambitious, stimulating, and supportive research culture for our researchers, students, and partners.

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ADM+S

ARC Centre of Excellence for Automated Decision-Making and Society - QUT Node

We are a cross-disciplinary, national research centre, which aims to create the knowledge and strategies necessary for responsible, ethical, and inclusive automated decision-making.

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Faculty of Creative Industries, Education and Social Justice

Our researchers collaborate in specialised groups and facilities across disciplines and institutions.

Creative Industries Precinct

The Creative Industries Precinct has been designed to shine a light on the creative process.

The precinct houses purpose-built teaching and learning spaces, including performance spaces, visual art galleries and music studios.

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News and events

10 Apr 2025

QUT revitalises performing arts with real-world future focus

QUT will revitalise its performing arts courses with a real-world focus on addressing industry needs as it today released the recommendations of an independent review to provide future direction.

8 Apr 2025

Housing as a human right the focus of new QUT research group

QUT has established a new cross-disciplinary research group to tackle the housing crisis with more than 50 experts analysing the challenges and current policies in a quest to provide solutions.

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