GraduateCommunications & Media
Master of Communications and Media Studies
Monash University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
About this program
Monash's Master of Communications and Media Studies examines how media and communication practices are changing from cultural, political and theoretical angles, building the kind of advanced understanding that goes beyond day-to-day industry knowledge into how the media environment actually shapes public discourse. Students engage directly with practitioners and industry experts through guest speakers, case studies, internships and site visits, and conduct in-depth analysis of real contemporary media organisations and issues rather than working only from textbook examples. The course suits people pursuing careers across communications, media relations, social media, digital engagement and public relations who want theoretical depth to complement practical experience, distinguishing it from more production-focused media degrees. Assessment emphasises communicating new insights with impact across different media formats and audiences, reflecting the range of communication contexts graduates are likely to work in after finishing the course.
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Course structure
1 term of coursework
- The course comprises 96 points, structured in five parts: Part A. Foundation studies, Part B. Core studies, Part C. Applied studies. Part D. Professional practice studies, and Part E. Elective studies. Units are 6 points unless otherwise stated. Part A: Foundation studies (12 points) You must complete: APG5050 Doing media and communications research APG5365 Principles of global media and communications Part B: Core studies (24 points) Caulfield Campus: You must complete four units (24 points) from the following: APG5397 Media and social change APG5401 Global media industries APG5456 Understanding media audiences APG5457 Digital cultures and platforms APG5458 Digital technology, policy and governance Malaysia Campus: You must complete: AMG5021 Research issues and methodology (12 points) AMG5036 Contemporary communications theories AMG5038 Global media industries Part C: Applied studies..
Admissions
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. or An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) and an Australian graduate certificate (or equivalent) in a cognate* discipline with at least pass (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**. ** The Malaysian Qualifications Agency minimum program standards require applicants...
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