Course Overview

About This Course

Tell stories that matter. Make people think, laugh and feel. Help businesses reach their goals. In every organisation and industry, skilled creatives are essential. They plan, develop and deliver compelling written, visual and spoken content across different platforms and situations – from social media to crisis management. In a time of misinformation and division, communication expertise is essential for upholding media integrity and responsibility. Creatives shape public perception, evoke emotions and spark conversations. With knowledge in this area, you can help people embrace new ideas. See the other side of complicated debates. Appreciate and engage with culture. Designed in consultation with industry, Adelaide University's creative, media and communication degrees connect you to a modern, future-focused curriculum. You'll learn how to challenge assumptions, shift perspectives, create stories that resonate, and get results. You can develop practical skills in media production, creative storytelling, strategic communication, design and digital content creation. You'll gain a deep understanding of cultural trends, audience behaviour and the latest technologies influencing the industry. Through hands-on projects and professional internships, you'll prepare for influential careers in creative arts, digital media, communication, journalism, film, television, animation, visual effects, and more.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Adelaide City Campus, North Terrace, Adelaide CBD, South Australia

132 Grenfell St, Adelaide, SA 5000

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Prerequisites may need to be completed either during high school (SACE/IB) studies, via bridging courses or approved alternatives.
Assumed knowledge topics may be expected to help prepare students for topics encountered during studies.
Non-standard entry requirements may include attending an interview, undertaking additional assessments, submitting a written statement or creative portfolio.
Entry pathways are available for students who do not meet standard entry requirements.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Through hands-on projects and professional internships, you'll prepare for influential careers in creative arts, digital media, communication, journalism, film, television, animation, visual effects, and more. Your ability to analyse, create and communicate effectively will be highly regarded in almost every industry. You could go from advising businesses on a new product launch one day, to writing speeches for parliament the next.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What skills will I develop in the Master of Media (Strategic Communication)?

You can develop practical skills in media production, creative storytelling, strategic communication, design and digital content creation. You'll also gain a deep understanding of cultural trends, audience behaviour and the latest technologies influencing the industry.

Will I have opportunities to work with industry during my studies?

Yes. Adelaide University's creative, media and communication degrees include hands-on projects and professional internships aligned to your career goals, preparing you for influential careers across a range of industries.

What career outcomes can I expect after completing this degree?

Graduates are prepared for influential careers in creative arts, digital media, communication, journalism, film, television, animation, visual effects, and more. Your ability to analyse, create and communicate effectively will be highly regarded in almost every industry — from advising businesses on product launches to writing speeches for parliament.

Is this degree available online or only on campus?

The page notes that in addition to on-campus options, Adelaide University also offers a suite of 100% online programs, with a filter available to explore available degrees by study mode. The specific delivery mode for the Master of Media (Strategic Communication) is not detailed on this page.

How was this degree designed and what makes it relevant to today's industry?

The degree was designed in consultation with industry, connecting students to a modern, future-focused curriculum. It emphasises challenging assumptions, shifting perspectives, creating stories that resonate, and getting results, with a focus on media integrity and responsibility in a time of misinformation and division.

Application

How to Apply

Three simple steps to get enrolled

Step 01

Enquire

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Step 02

Submit Documents

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Step 03

Get Enrolled

Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!

Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $60,000 to $75,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $75,000 to $95,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $95,000 to $120,000 per year

Career Paths

Communications OfficerPublic Relations AdviserMedia AdviserStrategic Communications ManagerCorporate Communications Manager

Key Skills

Strategic communication planning and campaign managementMedia relations and press release writingSocial media strategy and digital content managementRisk and crisis communication planningReputation management and brand messaging

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