Master of Communications and Media Studies
Monash University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00008C
The Master of Communications and Media Studies builds your understanding of changing global contexts of media and communication practices. You will gain a critically informed understanding of key issues affecting the global communications industry focusing on the challenges posed by the emergence of digital media, globalisation and increasing levels of cross-cultural exchange. Industry engagement through guest speakers, internships, and opportunities for site visits in Australia and abroad will enhance your knowledge and professional competency. As the most established program of its type in Australia, the Master of Communications and Media Studies has built up a long record of success. Ranked No. 19 in the world in the QS World University Rankings by Subject for 2014, the program draws strongly on specialist expertise and focuses on fostering industry ready graduates. The course is particularly relevant to those employed or seeking employment in communications and media industries (for instance, electronic journalism, policy formulation, public relations, or tourism marketing), as well as those who wish to expand their expertise for teaching purposes or further study.
Designed for
Those working or wishing to work in communications and media industries, such as journalism, policy formulation, public relations and marketing
Structure
Core subjects, electives, a research study option, experiential learning, international opportunities
Subjects
- Communications and media studies
Standard entry requirements
- Entry level 1: An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) with at least credit (60%) average.
- Entry level 2: An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a cognate* discipline with at least credit (60%) average.
- An 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**.
- ** The Malaysian Qualifications Agency minimum program standards require applicants with less than CGPA 2.50 (equivalent to 60% average) to have at least 5 years of work experience in a relevant field.
- Entry level 3: An Australian bachelor honours degree (or equivalent) in a cognate* discipline with at least credit (60%) average.
- English entry requirements
- Level A
- IELTS (Academic): 6.5 Overall score, with minimum band scores: Listening 6.0, Reading 6.0, Writing 6.0 and Speaking 6.0
- Pearson Test of English (Academic): 58 Overall score, with minimum scores: Listening 50, Reading 50, Speaking 50 and Writing 50
- TOEFL Internet-based test: 79 Overall score, with minimum scores: Reading 13, Listening 12, Speaking 18 and Writing 21.
Study pathways
No prior knowledge in area required to undertake this course. Credit possible for previous humanities and social sciences study. Early exits possible.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Caulfield | International: $40,600 | No |
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