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Course Overview
class="m-0 section-title__container anchorname" id="overview"> Overview From basic production skills to sophisticated cross-media projects and strategic thinking about media industries, this two-year degree offers a variety of entry points depending on your previous qualifications and experience. #5 in Australia and top 100 in the world for Media & Communication*.
Where You Can Study
Melbourne
124 La Trobe St, Melbourne, VIC 3000
Eligibility
class="m-0 section-title__container anchorname" id="admissions"> Entry requirements and admissions You need to satisfy all of the following entry requirements to be considered for entry into this degree. Expand all sections Collapse all sections Academic requirements Prerequisites Selection tasks English language requirements Academic requirements You must have: Successfully completed an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent overseas qualification), or A minimum of 3 years professional work experience in a related industry. To have your professional experience considered you must submit with your application a CV and a personal statement detailing your experience. Prerequisites There are no prerequisite subjects required for entry into this qualification. Selection tasks A selection task is not required for entry into this qualification. English language requirements You must meet the University's minimum English language requirements to be eligible for a place in this course. You need to satisfy all of the following requirements to be considered for entry into this course. Expand all sections Collapse all sections Academic requirements Prerequisites Selection tasks English language requirements Academic requirements You must have successfully completed an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent overseas qualification). You may also be considered if you have at least three years of professional work experience in a related industry. Prerequisites There are no prerequisite subjects required for entry into this qualification. Selection tasks Statement and CV: If you are applying on the basis of professional experience, you must include with your application: A Curriculum Vitae (CV) A personal statement that details your experience. English language requirements To study this course you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests: IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0) TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT) for Australia: minimum overall score of 79 (with minimum of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing) Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 58 (with no communication band less than 50) Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): minimum of 176 with no less than 169 in any component. Note: RMIT does not accept scores from 'at-home' or 'online' testing. For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information . Don't meet the English language test scores? Complete an English Language Pathways (Academic English) Advanced at RMIT University Pathways (RMIT UP). <div
Career & Study Pathways
class="m-0 section-title__container anchorname" id="career"> Career As a graduate, you will be ready for much more than production; you will be prepared to take on strategic and leadership roles in the industry. You will be aware of new developments and be able to research and troubleshoot trends and opportunities. You will also have the entrepreneurial and communication skills to take your personal vision to the next stage. The contemporary media environment is complex and exciting and looks for leaders that are willing and able to explore, test ideas and respond innovatively to new possibilities. Graduates will have the skills and knowledge to work in roles such as: Producer Director Filmmaker Videographer Video editor Digital content developer Social media marketer Communications consultant Visual journalist Podcaster Entrepreneur. Expand all sections Professional recognition and accreditation The program has strong industry links with a wide range of media organisations. A Program Advisory Committee made up of high-profile industry representatives ensures the program remains up-to-date with industry standards and practice. <div
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Accreditation Status
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Students learn in world-class, industry-grade facilities at RMIT's Media Precinct, featuring 4K TV studios, virtual set technologies, control rooms, and sound and live production facilities.
RMIT students gain hands-on experience through industry-linked projects with major media organisations such as the ABC and events such as The Australian Open.
RMIT is ranked #6 in Australia and in the top 100 globally for Communication and Media Studies, according to the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026.
RMIT offers specialisations across communication and writing, music and audiovisual, and screen and media disciplines, with options including journalism, sound production, screenwriting, visual effects, and more.
Students work on real industry projects — for example, RMIT students have delivered award-winning, cross-disciplinary live production events such as 'Collide', involving staff, students, and industry partners, with students managing lighting, sound, and live production from scratch.
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