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University of Melbourne

  • 37% international / 63% domestic

Master of Global Media Communication

  • Masters (Coursework)

Today's media landscape is characterised by unprecedented transformation, not only in Australia, but in all world regions. Traditional media forms are becoming deeply challenged by new digital platforms.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Duration
2 years full-time, 4 years part-time
Course Code
045345C
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Mar, Jul

About this course

Today's media landscape is characterised by unprecedented transformation, not only in Australia, but in all world regions. Traditional media forms are becoming deeply challenged by new digital platforms. Media industries and public sector communications in today's digital age are operating in an increasingly complex globalised context. Professionals equipped with new skill sets are needed to lead and manage these crucial transformations.

This dynamic Masters course provides you with key insights into the changing transnational contexts of media structures and communication practices and trains you in critical analysis, strategic thinking and audience research skills. You also receive hands-on training in media writing skills and audio-visual production.

Study locations

Parkville

What you will learn

200 point program (2 years full-time or part-time equivalent)

This is our most popular program for those who have completed undergraduate study. No experience is necessary.

Career pathways

On graduation from the Master of Global Communication, you will be ready for work in professional fields including:

  • Public relations
  • Advocacy
  • Media and communications
  • Writing and editing for print and digital
  • Digital marketing and social media
  • Project management and corporate services

Graduates have also gone on to work in global organisations including:

  • Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC)
  • Coles Myer Ltd
  • Greenpeace
  • IBM Business Services
  • Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Vietnam
  • SBS
  • United Nations Association of Australia
  • United Nations Development Program

How to apply

Domestic student application deadlines

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Communications courses at University of Melbourne.
78.4%
Overall satisfaction
77.7%
Skill scale
75.4%
Teaching scale
65.6%
Employed full-time
$55k
Average salary