Masters (Coursework)
The UNSW Master of Journalism and Communication is a two-year full-time postgraduate university degree in contemporary journalism, media studies and communications.
This master's degree will empower you with the hands-on skills and theoretical knowledge to understand and...
The UNSW Master of Journalism and Communication is a two-year full-time postgraduate university degree in contemporary journalism, media studies and communications.
This master's degree will empower you with the hands-on skills and theoretical knowledge to understand and shape the global news media and communication industries.
Make an impact
Through this degree, you'll learn the concepts that underpin ethical journalism and put them into practice through professional experience. Alongside this, you'll have the opportunity to take electives with experts in the humanities, including globalisation, politics and climate change.
Research project
In your final semester of study, you'll have the option to devise and independently undertake a major research project.
Prepare for the professional world
Through our student-led news platform, Newsworthy you'll have the opportunity to build a portfolio of real-world journalism. As you learn by doing, you'll be mentored by seasoned industry professionals, including Connie Levett, former Digital Editor at The Sydney Morning Herald.
You'll also undertake a media internship as part of the degree through which you'll gain up to 150 hours work experience with a host organisation, giving you industry experience and connections.
Learn with technology
UNSW focuses on learning through new and emerging technologies to ensure you're experienced with the tools you'll use as a professional. Our facilities contain the most current technologies, including media production equipment, advanced software and mobile journalism kits.
Deep critical thinking
You'll be taught by research leaders with significant industry experience, who will guide you in understanding and critiquing the past, present and future of our media landscape. Understanding how journalism and communications relate to national and global politics, government, corporate communication, and digital media will enable you to predict shifts in Australian and global media industries, setting you up for dynamic and adaptable career.
UNSW recognises professional experience. If you've worked in a relevant industry, you may be eligible for credit points that would allow you to complete the one-year, full-time program.
One-year accelerated program/ Stream A
You'll need one of the following:
1.7 year program/ Stream B
You'll need one of the following:
Two-year program/ Stream C
You'll need:
*It is expected that a Graduate Diploma will have been completed after an undergraduate degree.
You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.
If you're completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g. NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency.
If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College's Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
UNSW recognises professional experience. If you've worked in a relevant industry, you may be eligible for credit points that would allow you to complete the one-year, full-time program.
One-year accelerated program/ Stream A
You'll need one of the following:
1.7 year program/ Stream B
You'll need one of the following:
Two-year program/ Stream C
You'll need:
*It is expected that a Graduate Diploma will have been completed after an undergraduate degree.
You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on whether you are from an English-speaking background or non-English speaking background. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.
If English is not your first language, you'll need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you can be given an offer to study at UNSW. You can do this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College's Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
Whether you're an industry professional wanting to progress your career, or you're hoping to move into the journalism, news and media industries, you'll graduate from the Master of Journalism and Communication with the confidence, experience and knowledge to go after what you want.
You'll learn dynamic knowledge and adaptable skills, setting you up for diverse career paths in: