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Master of Communication

University of Canberra, Canberra, ACT, Australia

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About this program

A two-year master's (48 credit points) with seven core units on politics, communication trends and research methods, a restricted set of electives, and one specialisation of five units in strategic communication, marketing, journalism, or digital marketing.

It is open to graduates of any discipline, and applicants with a related degree can receive up to 12 credit points of advanced standing, shortening the program to about 18 months. A 180-hour internship is built into the curriculum, with placements in agencies, PR firms, government departments and non-profits, in Australia or overseas, which is a real advantage given Canberra's concentration of government communication and public affairs work. It suits people moving toward senior roles in strategic communication, brand and marketing, or journalism.

Fees & duration

Duration2 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

Study plan in 4 parts

Year 1, Semester 1

3 units
  • 11627Communicating Politics G
  • 11936Communication and Behaviour Change G
  • 11636Social Research PG

Year 1, Semester 2

3 units
  • 11630Communication Trends and Innovation G
  • 11937Digital Data Analytics and Visualisation G
  • 11637Doing Social Research PG

Year 2, Semester 1

3 units
  • 11634Audiences, Data and Media Convergence PG
  • 11638Industry and Identity: Challenges and Triumphs G
  • 12033Integrated Digital Marketing and Communication G

Year 2, Semester 2

3 units
  • 11866Digital Advertising Practices PG
  • 11867Social Media Marketing G
  • 11633The Long Decade of Digital Disruption PG

Admissions

Applicants must have an undergraduate degree (AQF level 7) or equivalent as approved by the University Admissions. . Applicants who have completed the Graduate Certificate in Academic Foundations (EDC201) are also eligible for entry. . Students who have completed the Graduate Diploma in Communication (UC) can articulate into the Master's course with credit for the 8 units completed. . Students who have completed the Graduate Certificate in Communication (UC) or the Graduate Certificate in Communication (Engagement) or the Graduate Certificate in Digital Marketing may apply and receive credit for 12 credit points (4 units) of their completed study. . 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. . Applicants with a completed Bachelor's degree in a related/cognate field may be granted credit for up to 12 credit points of unspecified credit reducing the degree duration to 1.5 Years (EFTSL), additional credit from completed Graduate Certificates in Communication and Graduate Diplomas in Communication may reduce this duration further. . Defence Members who hold an equivalent rank of O-1 or above as an officer or chaplain, or E06 and above as an SNCO, are eligible for direct entry into this Masters degree as part of the Veteran Tertiary Support Program. . You can use professional experience and prior learning to enter into a postgraduate qualification at U

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