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
| Offer year | Course title | Campus(es) | Duration | Semester starts |
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| 2013 | Master of Global Communications |
Melbourne
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1 year full-time or part-time equivalent | Semester 1 and 2 (March and July) |
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| 2013 | Master of International Business / Master of Global Communications |
Melbourne
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1.5 years full-time or part-time equivalent | Semester 1 and 2 (March and July) |
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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
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| Offer year | Course title (CRICOS) | Campus(es) | Duration | Semester starts | Annual Tuition Fee (AUD) |
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| 2013 | Master of Global Communications (064196J) |
Melbourne
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1 year | Semester 1 and 2 (March and July) | $22 750 |
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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.
Related study options
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Your study experience
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.
Student and graduate profiles
Students of the Faculty talk about their experience at La Trobe.
About the academic staff
You'll get to meet a large number of academics during your course, from tutors through to lecturers. You can view all the staff from the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences or focus on staff in Global communications.
