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Master of Arts (Media and Communications)

Masters (Coursework)

Hawthorn
Study Mode
In person
International Tuition Fees
$24,480 per year

Master of Arts (Corporate Communication)

Masters (Coursework)

Toowoomba
Strengthen your career prospects as a skilled public relations practitioner in the areas of strategic corporate and organisational communication, crisis management and community consultation with USQ’s Master of Arts (Corporate Communication).
Entry Requirements

Entry Requirements 3-year bachelor degree such as Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Creative Arts, or other approved award at USQ or another accredited tertiary institution, with a minimum GPA of 5. 0        or Completed USQ's Postgraduate Certificate in Business and have a minimum of 2 years full-time (or 4 years part-time) industry/professional work experience.  Students intending to undertake research or project work should note that selection of any research topic is subject to the availability of an appropriate supervisor and students must accept faculty guidance in their selection. English Language Requirements You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements. This program requires a minimum of IELTS 6. 5 or equivalent. If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program. We can help

Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Duration
1.5 years full-time, 3 years part-time
Study Mode
Online, In person
Domestic Tuition Fees
$18,240 per year / $27,360 total
Graduate Satisfaction
88.90%

Master of Communication

Masters (Coursework)

City West
The Master of Communication responds to the fast-changing needs of employment and society with a focus on the creative industries sector, encompassing communication and media, which is one of the fastest growing sectors of employment globally.
Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Duration
2 years full-time
Study Mode
Online, In person
Domestic Tuition Fees
$22,500 per year / $45,000 total
International Tuition Fees
$30,600 per year / $61,200 total

Master of Global Media Communication

Masters (Coursework)

Parkville
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.
Intake Months
Mar, Jul
Duration
2 years full-time, 4 years part-time
Study Mode
In person
Graduate Satisfaction
78.40%

Master of Design (Communication Design)

Masters (Coursework)

City West
This unique qualification will extend your knowledge and skills in graphics and illustration. It will also provide you with advanced research skills.
Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Duration
2 years full-time
Study Mode
In person
International Tuition Fees
$34,300 per year / $68,600 total

Master of Digital Communication

Masters (Coursework)

Kelvin Grove
If having the flexibility to work across many industries appeals to you, a career in digital communication may be an excellent fit. You will learn new skills that are applicable to various media forms, including social media, data analytics, artificial intelligence and visualisation.
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements

You must have one of the following:

2 year program
  • A recognised bachelor degree (or higher) in any field.
1.5 year program - Project Pathway
  • Completed the QUT Graduate Certificate in Digital Communication; or
  • A recognised bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in a relevant discipline; or
  • A recognised bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in any discipline followed by at least six months full-time (or equivalent) relevant professional experience.
1 year program - Project Pathway
  • Completed the QUT Graduate Diploma in Digital Communication; or
  • A recognised bachelor degree in a relevant discipline followed by at least two years full-time (or equivalent) relevant professional experience; or
  • A recognised bachelor degree plus graduate certificate both in a relevant discipline; or
  • A recognised bachelor honours degree in a relevant discipline; or
  • A recognised graduate diploma (or higher) in a relevant discipline.
Relevant discipline/work experience
  • Advertising
  • Animation
  • Communication
  • Interaction design
  • Journalism
  • Marketing
  • Media
  • Public relations
Opening of applications for 2024

Applications for the 2024 February and July intakes will open 1 September 2023.

Project Pathway option

Master of Digital Communication (Project Pathway option) - 2 year program:

  • A completed recognised bachelor degree in any discipline with a grade point average of 4.0 or higher (on QUT's 7 point scale).

Master of Digital Communication (Project Pathway option) - 1.5 year program:

  • A completed recognised bachelor degree with a grade point average of 4.0 or higher (on QUT's 7 point scale) in a relevant discipline*; or
  • Completion of QUT's Graduate Certificate in Digital Communication with a grade point average of 4.0 or higher (on QUT's 7 point scale); or
  • A completed recognised bachelor degree in any discipline with a grade point average of 4.0 or higher (on QUT's 7 point scale) and at least 6 months (full-time equivalent) professional experience in relevant discipline such as such as advertising animation communication interaction design journalism media marketing or public relations. Students applying on the basis of work experience must submit a detailed CV position details and employment statements.

Master of Digital Communication (Project Pathway option) - 1 year program:

  • A completed Australian Honours Bachelor degree with a grade point average (GPA) of 4.0 or higher (on QUT's 7 point scale) in digital communication a relevant discipline*; or
  • A completed recognised bachelor degree with a grade point average of 4.0 or higher (on QUT's 7 point scale) in digital communication or a relevant discipline and a completed Graduate Certificate with grade point average of 4.0 or higher (on QUT's 7 point scale) in digital communication or a relevant discipline*; or
  • Completion of QUT's Graduate Diploma in Digital Communication with a grade point average of 4.0 or higher (on QUT's 7 point scale); or
  • A completed recognised bachelor degree with a grade point average of 4.0 or higher (on QUT's 7 point scale) in digital communication or a relevant discipline and a minimum of 2 years of (full-time equivalent) professional experience in a relevant discipline such as such as advertising animation communication interaction design journalism media marketing or public relations. Students applying on the basis of work experience must submit a detailed CV position details and employment statements.

Advanced Project Pathway option

Master of Digital Communication (Advanced Project Pathway option) - 2 year program:

  • A completed recognised bachelor degree in any discipline with a grade point average of 4.0 or higher (on QUT's 7 point scale); or
  • A completed recognised bachelor degree with a grade point average of 4.0 or higher (on QUT's 7 point scale) in digital communication or a relevant discipline*; or
  • A completed recognised bachelor degree with a grade point average of 4.0 or higher (on QUT's 7 point scale) in digital communication or a relevant discipline and a completed Graduate Certificate with grade point average of 4.0 or higher (on QUT's 7 point scale) in digital communication or a relevant discipline*; or
  • Completion of QUT's Graduate Diploma in Digital Communication with a grade point average of 4.0 or higher (on QUT's 7 point scale); or
  • A completed recognised bachelor degree with a grade point average of 4.0 or higher (on QUT's 7 point scale) in digital communication or a relevant discipline and a minimum 2 years of (full-time equivalent) professional experience in relevant discipline such as such as advertising animation communication interaction design journalism media marketing or public relations. Students applying on the basis of work experience must submit a detailed CV position details and employment statements.

Master of Digital Communication (Advanced Project Pathway option) - 1.5 year & 1 year program options : Not available. Students who choose the Advanced Pathway will not receive the full amount of advanced standing to complete the masters in a shorter duration.

*Relevant study disciplines and work experience include: digital communication advertising animation communication interaction design journalism media marketing or public relations.

Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Duration
2 years full-time, 4 years part-time
Study Mode
In person

Master of Publishing and Communications

Masters (Coursework)

Parkville
Join and contribute to an industry that's successfully orienting itself around the challenge of digital media. Though the Master of Publishing and Communications you can discover new business models and an expanded digital footprint in areas such as eBooks and apps.
Intake Months
Mar, Jul
Duration
2 years full-time, 4 years part-time
Study Mode
In person
Graduate Satisfaction
78.40%

Master of Communication overview

A master of communication can give you the knowledge you need to advance your career. Professional skills such as research, presentation, project management and communicating across a range of media can all be gained by pursuing a master postgraduate program in this field.

Coursework master

A range of coursework master's are on offer, available in programs that give you a broad range of skills, or a more narrowed and specific scope of new abilities. Selecting this type of master’s is ideal for those who wish to improve their knowledge and stand out among their peers in a sometimes over-populated industry. It’s also a good choice for those with no bachelor degree in communication, as key theories and underpinnings of the industry will be explained.

Research master

Already have an idea of the area of communications that makes you tick? Want to spend time exploring and expanding your thoughts on the area? A research master's in communication studies allows you to do just that.

Employment options

Graduates gain the skills to open up more specialist job opportunities in the field of communication. This course could also be a step towards a career in research or academia.

Scholarships and funding

Austudy or Youth Allowance are available to people studying their master’s full-time. Not sure if you qualify? You can read more here.

You could also be eligible to apply for a scholarship or bursary. Check out our scholarship search toolto see if you can find a postgraduate scholarship to suit you.

Prerequisites and selection process

Those with a bachelor degree in communication will be looked upon favourably, but many universities make the master of communication degree available for undergraduates in humanities or arts subjects.

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