Monash University
1 year/1.5 years/2 years (full time), depending on prior qualifications
The Monash Master of Communications and Media Studies will empower you with the expert knowledge you need to thrive and excel in the competitive media and communications environment.
Minimum Entry Requirements (Domestic students) Entry level 1: 96 points to complete Duration: 2 years full-time, 4 years part-time An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) with at least credit (60%) average. Entry level 2: 72 points to complete Duration: 1.5 years full-time, 3 years part-time An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a cognate* discipline with at least credit (60%) average. OrAn Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) and an Australian graduate certificate (or equivalent) in a cognate* discipline with at least 50% average in both qualifications. * Please note that applicants for the Malaysia offering of this course will require at least 60% average in both qualifications. Applicants with an average between 50% - 60% may be considered if they have at least five years of work experience in a relevant field. Entry level 3: 48 points to complete Duration: 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time An Australian bachelor honours degree (or equivalent) in a cognate* discipline with at least credit (60%) average.
The course is structured in five parts: Part A: Foundation study These studies provide you with an introduction to communications and media studies. Part B: Principal study These studies draw on best practices within the field of communications and media studies to further your understanding of communications and media industries, issues and practices, both locally and globally. Studies focus on the challenges posed by digital disruption, globalisation and on methods of research and analysis for the contemporary media and communications environment. Part C: Applied study The focus of these studies is professional or scholarly work that can contribute to a portfolio of professional development. Part D: Professional enhancement Designed in association with industry experts, select from this suite of professional enhancement offerings to build essential competencies for your career pathway. Part E. Specialist study These studies provide you with the opportunity to undertake a program of coursework study tailored to your own interests. Units not taken in Part B, Part C and Part D are also available as elective options.
Monash University has a 91% graduate employability rating (QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2022). Our program will prepare you for an exciting career in a range of industries, and you will graduate with comprehensive knowledge of the place of communications and media in politics, public policy and business. Our alumni have held roles in influential global organisations such as: BBC Worldwide; CNN International Ltd London; Pacific Brands; SCTV, Jakarta, Indonesia; Telstra; Time Out Beijing; Victorian Department of Human Services.
Career options include: Communications and stakeholder relations, Digital and social media engagement, Media advising and public relations, Media and content production, Media planning and buying, Policy, research and consultation.
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