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Murdoch University

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Master of Communication (MCommun)

  • Masters (Coursework)

Informed by global research and best practice in a range of topics including social media, cultural and media studies, global communication and strategic communication, this degree will extend your personal development and professional expertise,...

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Duration
2 years full-time
Course Code
M1277, 096751M
Study Mode
In person

About this course

Informed by global research and best practice in a range of topics including social media, cultural and media studies, global communication and strategic communication, this degree will extend your personal development and professional expertise, allowing you to apply it to a range of industries and disciplines.

This course is designed for communication professionals wanting to develop their existing knowledge and skills, and those new to communications wanting to explore a different career direction or study path.

Create strategic communication and research plans for real life clients through in-class and work integrated learning experiences. You'll analyse and implement the latest practices in communication in both international and Australian contexts through the analysis of case studies and real-life scenarios led by academics and industry guest speakers. Examine the purposes and means by which leaders, organisations and interest groups create, coordinate and direct communication through strategy, planning, and engagement with society, the media and government.

Study locations

Perth

What you will learn

Build essential skills and knowledge to meet your career or study goals. Topics you'll cover include:

  • critical and ethical issues in communication
  • web strategy
  • strategic communication
  • public relations, communication and culture
  • people, corporates and globalisation in communication.

Career pathways

The Master of Communication will prepare you for executive, managerial and entrepreneurial positions in communication and media related fields.

Careers could include:

  • Strategic Communication Consultant
  • Media or Communications Advisor
  • PR Consultant
  • Community Engagement Officer
  • Stakeholder Relations Manager
  • Policy Advisor
  • Digital Strategist.

Depending on your own career aspirations, you could pursue a career in industry or continue to study and research.