Master of Communications and Media Studies

Minimum Entry Requirements (International students), 3 entry-point structure: Entry level 1 (96 points, 2 years full-time/4 years part-time) — an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) with at least credit (60%) average. Entry level 2 (72 points, 1.5 years full-time/3 years part-time) — an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a cognate discipline with at least credit (60%) average; OR an Australian bachelor degree plus an Australian graduate certificate (or equivalent) in a cognate discipline with at least 50% average in both (Malaysia offering requires at least 60% average in both, or 50-60% with at least five years relevant work experience). Entry level 3 (48 points, 1 year full-time/2 years part-time) — an Australian bachelor honours degree (or equivalent) in a cognate discipline with at least credit (60%) average. Cognate disciplines include humanities or social sciences. English entry requirements (Level A): IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall (Listening 6.0, Reading 6.0, Writing 6.0, Speaking 6.0) or PTE (Academic) 58 overall (Listening 50, Reading 50, Speaking 50, Writing 50) or TOEFL iBT 79 overall (0-120 scale: Reading 13, Listening 12, Speaking 18, Writing 21).

The course is suitable for those pursuing careers in a wide range of connected roles, including communications, media relations, social and platform media, digital engagement, and public policy, supported by training in in-depth analysis of contemporary media industries, issues and organisations, industry events with guest speakers, case study research, and professional internships.