Overview

Highlights of the Master of Communications and Media Studies at Monash University

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.

You will be introduced to the latest developments and research in communications and media – including in social and online media – always with a view to "real world" application. Study units feature guest professional speakers in conjunction with industry focussed field trips to media outlets in Sydney, Melbourne, New York, Hong Kong and Shanghai.

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Programme Structure

Courses:

Digital technology, policy and governance

Digital cultures and platforms

Understanding media audiences

Global media industries

Media and social change

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-02-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-01-17 00:00:00
Starting 2024-07-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-06-15 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

Credits

96 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Film Studies Media Studies & Mass Media View 162 other Bachelors in Media Studies & Mass Media in Australia

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
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Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS code: 082653F

An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a cognate* discipline with at least credit (60%) average.

Or

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.

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Tuition Fee

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International

38300 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 38300 AUD per year during 24 months.
National

38300 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 38300 AUD per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Melbourne

1501 - 2659 AUD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Overview

Highlights of the Master of Communications and Media Studies at Monash University

Get more details

Programme Structure

Check out the full curriculum

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Credits

Delivered

Disciplines

Explore more key information

Academic requirements

English requirements

Student insurance

Other requirements

General requirements

Make sure you meet all requirements

Tuition Fee

International

National

Living costs for Melbourne

Funding

Check for any work restrictions

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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