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Edith Cowan University (ECU)

  • 19% international / 81% domestic

Master of Communication

  • Masters (Coursework)

Communication is the key to solving the world's problems. Diplomatic breakthroughs, scientific discoveries, life-saving health advice - all these things depend on the ability to communicate clearly and effectively.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Duration
1.5 years full-time, 3 years part-time
Course Code
J71, 096498G
Domestic Fees
$24,650 per year / $36,975 total
International Fees
$35,650 per year / $53,475 total

About this course

Communication is the key to solving the world's problems. Diplomatic breakthroughs, scientific discoveries, life-saving health advice - all these things depend on the ability to communicate clearly and effectively.

Communication also increasingly relies on an understanding of cultural context, across complex global networks..
If you have a bachelor's degree in a related field, in just 18 months full-time, this course will equip you with the communication skills to unlock the potential of your degree; and to really have an impact.
You'll master successful oral communication techniques, learn how to write for specific audiences and become proficient at analysing digital texts. You'll also learn best-practice communication strategies to manage interactions between organisations.
As part of the course and to contextualise your learning to your own interests and expertise, you'll design and execute a Masters project. This will be a guided independent study that emphasises a process of inquiry, analysis, and synthesis of communications theory and practice to your own discipline.

Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level

This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 9 Masters Degree (Coursework) Award.

Entry requirements

Admission requirements you'll need to meet for this course.

  • The following course-specific admission requirements are mandatory and must be satisfied by all applicants. These requirements are in addition to or supersede the minimum requirements outlined within the Academic admission requirements band section below.

    It is desirable that all applicants have five years appropriate professional experience.

    Academic admission requirements (Band 8) may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

    • Bachelor degree in a cognate discipline; or
    • Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience.
  • English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

    • IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.5 (no individual band less than 6.0);
    • Bachelor degree from a country specified on the English Proficiency Bands page;
    • Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at postgraduate level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
    • Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience; or
    • Other tests, courses or programs defined on the English Proficiency Bands page.

Study locations

Mount Lawley

What you will learn

  1. Demonstrate mastery of the theories, research methodologies and technical skills in the communications profession.
  2. Identify, interpret, critically evaluate, and apply the theories, approaches, emerging trends, and technologies of the communications professions.
  3. Apply innovation and initiative through the creation and/or co-creation of informed contributions of value for communities, networks and/or organisations, responding to complex challenges.
  4. Demonstrate a high level of interdependence and individual accountability through researching, initiating, planning, executing and defending a substantial project.
  1. Demonstrate mastery of the theories, research methodologies and technical skills in the communications profession.
  2. Identify, interpret, critically evaluate, and apply the theories, approaches, emerging trends, and technologies of the communications professions.
  3. Apply innovation and initiative through the creation and/or co-creation of informed contributions of value for communities, networks and/or organisations, responding to complex challenges.
  4. Demonstrate a high level of interdependence and individual accountability through researching, initiating, planning, executing and defending a substantial project.

Career pathways

Graduates will find employment in the media and communication industries such as journalism, public relations, advertising, and marketing. Position titles encompass converged media skills within each of these industries such as Social Media Coordinator, Marketing Coordinator, Digital Marketing Assistant.

Possible future job titles

Social Media Coordinator, Marketing Coordinator, Digital Marketing Assistant, Communications Officer, Communication Engagement Officer.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Communications courses at Edith Cowan University (ECU).
78.8%
Overall satisfaction
81.8%
Skill scale
66.7%
Teaching scale
56.1%
Employed full-time