GraduateCommunications & Media

Graduate Certificate in Communication

University of Canberra, Canberra, ACT, Australia

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About this program

A 12 credit point graduate certificate covering the foundations of professional communication: strategy, writing, digital and social media and audience research. It articulates with full credit into UC's Graduate Diploma in Communication and Master of Communication. Entry is open to graduates from any field, or applicants with relevant experience. It suits people moving into communication, marketing or public relations roles who want a short qualification, or a low-commitment start on the master's.

Fees & duration

Duration1 yr
Tuition (international)A$30,000
Application feeA$0

English test scores

IELTS6.5 overall (L6 R6 W6 S6)
PTE58 overall

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Course structure

Year 1, Semester 1

2 units
  • 11936Communication and Behaviour Change G
  • 11939Strategic and Crisis Communication PG

Admissions

Applicants must have an undergraduate degree (AQF level 7) or equivalent. . Students who have completed a Certificate in Engagement with International Association for Public Participation (IAP2) may be eligible to receive Credit for 1 unit (3 Credit Points) with relevant work experience into the Engagement Stream. . Alternate entry pathways are available to IAP2 graduates without Bachelor's qualifications in accordance with the Admission (for Undergraduate and Postgraduate Coursework Courses) Procedure. . Please refer to the Faculty of Arts and Design website for full details and instructions. https://www.canberra.edu.au/about-uc/faculties/arts-design/courses/iap2-graduates . In making an offer to an applicant, the University will give consideration to a range of factors including English proficiency, academic record and/or employment experience. . You can use professional experience and prior learning to enter into a postgraduate qualification at UC through our Professional Pathway Entry program. If you have significant work experience or hold industry-recognised qualifications, this program could be your route to bypass undergraduate study and accelerate your career. Explore Professional Pathway Entry https://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/get-into-uc/admissions-programs/professional-pathway-entry .

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