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University of South Australia

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Master of Communication

  • Masters (Coursework)

The Master of Communication responds to the fast-changing needs of employment and society with a focus on the creative industries sector, encompassing communication and media, which is one of the fastest growing sectors of employment globally.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Duration
2 years full-time
Course Code
DMCO, 0100167
Study Mode
Online, In person
Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Domestic Fees
$22,500 per year / $45,000 total
International Fees
$30,600 per year / $61,200 total

About this course

The Master of Communication responds to the fast-changing needs of employment and society with a focus on the creative industries sector, encompassing communication and media, which is one of the fastest growing sectors of employment globally.

The Master of Communication provides you with industry informed courses in Creative Industries, Social Media Management, Public Relations, Strategic Communication, Industry 4.0 and Society and Digital Design, which is strengthened through courses in research methodologies, and then applied through either a professional project or masters research thesis opportunity.

Our curriculum is informed and continuously updated through industry engagement with well-regarded communication and media companies, such as Hughes PR and Michels Warren. You can be assured that the skills you learn will be industry-relevant and highly sought after.

You will develop an advanced understanding of the required competencies of an effective communication professional and what it takes to thrive in today's fast-changing workforce.

Study locations

City West

Online

What you will learn

Graduates of this postgraduate qualification will have advanced management and writing skills, along with knowledge of contemporary practice, social and digital media management, ethical communication, strategic communication plans and practices.

The first year of the Master of Communication comprises eight industry relevant and informed courses covering emerging communication discipline areas including:

  • Communication, Media and Creative Industries
  • Social and Digital Media Management
  • Industry 4.0 and Society
  • Digital Design
  • Content Creation
  • Campaigns and Crisis Management
  • Digital Entrepreneurship.

In your second year, you will undertake either a Masters Research or an industry-focused Professional Project or placement.

Career pathways

Communication is at the core of everything we do - and skilled communicators are essential in every organisation. Graduates of this qualification can gain careers as a:

  • Strategic communications manager
  • Communications manager
  • Digital and social media manager
  • Marketing manager
  • Public relations manager
  • Public affairs manager
  • Public relations consultant
  • Media adviser
  • Online editor
  • Content creator
  • Copywriter