GraduateCommunications & Media
Graduate Certificate in Publishing and Communications (Advanced)
University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
About this program
The Graduate Certificate in Publishing and Communications (Advanced) at the University of Melbourne introduces the dynamic field of publishing and communications, covering foundational editorial principles across genres and media alongside electronic editing and digital publishing skills. Students complete 50 points of elective subjects over six months full-time or one year part-time, developing research, writing and critical thinking skills.
Graduates move into professional editing, print and online publications, communications and stakeholder management, and copywriting and website content roles.
Fees & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
Study plan in 2 parts
Structure
- 6 months full-time or 1 year part-time
- 50 pointsElective subjects
- Total 50 points
50 points
- Structural Editing
- Introduction to Copyediting
- The Contemporary Publishing Industry
- Business and Professional Communications
- Writing and Editing for Digital Media
- Print Production and Design
- The International Publishing Industry
Admissions
To be considered for entry into this course, you must: Have completed a bachelor degree (AQF7) in a cognate (relevant) discipline with a weighted average mark (WAM) of 65% in appropriate subjects, or equivalent. Cognate (relevant) disciplines include: Humanities and Social Sciences, Law, Journalism. Please note this is not a complete list of possible disciplines. Relevance is always assessed on a case-by-case basis. The University of Melbourne is committed to maintaining a transparent admissions policy by clearly communicating all entry scores to prospective students. Entry requirements to the University of Melbourne are regularly reviewed to ensure they align with the University's Selection and Admissions Policy . The entry requirements published for this course will apply from the start year 2027 intake onwards.
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