Global communications
Why study Global communications?
Study theory and practice in transnational media and journalism. Explore topics such as the global role of public service broadcasting, gender politics of media production, the role of the journalist, law and ethics in journalism and the governance of goods, information, people and finance. Develop practical skills in online journalism, broadcasting, writing and video production.
Career opportunities
Journalist, communications Officer, Campaign or Advocacy Officer, International Media Expert, Policy and Research Officer (Government, Business, Academic, NGO), Doctoral and Post-Doctoral Researcher, Analyst.
Courses
Local students
2013
Master of Global Communications
- Duration :
- 1 year full-time or part-time equivalent
- Semester starts :
- Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
- Campus:
- Melbourne
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- The interaction of strategic communications and journalism in the national and international context provide valuable insights for students seeking to advance their career in public relations or journalism.
The course includes two compulsory core subjects on journalism and global communications and offers a range of elective options; providing a rich variety of content to students wishing to develop advanced insights into journalism and strategic communications in an international context.
Students will also develop extended pieces of writing in a variety of forms, enabling them to fine tune their writing skills. - Prerequisite
- Undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in the humanities and social sciences or cognate discipline with a B average. In the absence of a B average, relevant professional experience is considered.
- Fee amount
- Indicative (2013): $13 770 for 120 credit points.
- Additional information
- Honours is available via an additional semester (six months), and requires submitting a 15,000-word thesis worth 60 credit points.
Mid-year entry (July intake) is also available.
- How to apply
- Contact the Faculty for application closing date. Apply direct to the University. Download, complete and submit a postgraduate coursework application form (PDF 3.3MB). Please ensure you also provide all supplementary information required. To be considered for a fee reduction scholarship, applications for Semester 1 must be received by February 8 2013.
- Full course details
- Global Communications (Master)Melbourne
Master of International Business / Master of Global Communications
- Duration :
- 1.5 years full-time or part-time equivalent
- Semester starts :
- Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
- Campus:
- Melbourne
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- The era of globalisation increasingly requires people who wish to work in this area to have an understanding of the broader issues of international media as it impacts on international business. This double degree aims to provide students with an understanding of links between the major international business functions and the international media and to prepare students for a career in an international business environment.
- Prerequisite
- Australian Bachelors degree (or equivalent) with a minimum 70 per cent average.
- Fee amount
- Indicative (2013): $20 740 per 120 credit points.
- Additional information
- Students already enrolled in the Master of International Business who have completed less than six subjects may apply to transfer into this double Master's program.
Mid-year entry is available. - How to apply
- Contact the Faculty for application closing date. Apply direct to the University. Download, complete and submit a postgraduate coursework application form (PDF 3.3MB). Please ensure you also provide all supplementary information required.
How to apply?
Methods of application vary from course to course. Please see the course entry above for details of how to apply for the course you are interested in.
Fees and scholarships
Postgraduate coursework programs are either:
- Fee-paying (where you pay the full cost of the course). FEE-HELP is available.
- CSP (Commonwealth Supported Place), subsidised by the Commonwealth Government where you pay a contribution towards course costs. HECS-HELP is available.
Students enrolled for certain postgraduate coursework programs may be eligible for student income support.
International students
2013
Master of Global Communications (064196J)
- Duration :
- 1 year
- Semester starts :
- Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
- Annual Tution Fee (AUD) :
- 22 750
- Campus
- Melbourne
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- The interaction of strategic communications and journalism in the national and international context provide valuable insights for students seeking to advance their career in public relations or journalism.
The course includes two compulsory core subjects on journalism and global communications and offers a range of elective options; providing a rich variety of content to students wishing to develop advanced insights into journalism and strategic communications in an international context.
Students will also develop extended pieces of writing in a variety of forms, enabling them to fine tune their writing skills. Melbourne - English Language Requirements
- IELTS (Academic): minimum score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0.
TOEFL Paper-based Test: minimum score of 575 (minimum score of 5 in the Test of Written English).
TOEFL Internet-based Test: minimum score of 80 with minimum overall for SLR 18; W 22.
La Trobe Melbourne (ELICOS): completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B Certificate at postgraduate (EFS5 (70 per cent) PG1) level. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted.
Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English)
for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0.
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): minimum score of 64 with no communicative skill score less than 59.
Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher.
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a grade of C or higher.
Or approved international equivalent. Melbourne - Academic entry requirements
- An Australian Bachelor's degree, or approved international equivalent, with at least a B Grade average. Melbourne
- Additional information
- The Master of Global Communications with Honours (0646602K) is available through an additional semester (six months), and requires submission of a 15 000-word thesis worth 60 credit points.
- Full course details
- Global Communications (Master)Melbourne
How to apply?
Enquire now about any course for international students or find out how to apply.
Fees and scholarships
Estimated fees for international students are indicated for each course above. Fees are indicative only and set at 120 credit points per course, unless otherwise stated, and may vary depending on the number of credit points in which students enrol. Some courses may vary in credit point load and fees will be adjusted accordingly.
There is also a range of scholarships available for international students to assist students.
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Other ways into postgraduate study
Contact the faculty office to find out about other ways into postgraduate study.
Global communications placements
In MST5JIN students will develop contacts with, and work in, a media organisation. Students will develop an understanding of issues internal to the organisation such as its goals, structure, management and work practices.
Overseas study opportunities
La Trobe University has exchange arrangements with universities world-wide. The Media Studies Program has specific arrangements with Roy H. Park School of Communications at Ithaca College in Ithaca, New York and Queen Margaret College in Edinburgh, Scotland. Also, our students have studied at a range of University of California campuses. To learn more, please visit the Study Abroad program.
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