Global communications

Global CommunicationsWhy 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

Global communications courses
Offer yearCourse titleCampus(es)DurationSemester starts
2011 Master of Global Communications Melbourne
1 year full-time or part-time equivalent Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)

Master of Global Communications continued…

Course description
This course offers a mix of theoretical and practical subjects to suit a range of applicants, including practising journalists and applicants without a first degree in media studies or journalism.
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, appropriate professional experience is considered.
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Fee amount
Indicative (2011): $11,820 (per 120 credit points)
Additional information
Honours is available via an additional semester (six months), and requires submission of a 15,000-word thesis worth 60 credit points. Mid-year entry (July intake) is also available.
How to apply
Download and complete a postgraduate coursework application form, and send it directly to the relevant campus. Please ensure you also provide all supplementary information required. Apply directly to the university by 11 February.
Full course details
Global Communications (Master)Melbourne
2012 Master of Global Communications Melbourne
1 year full-time or part-time equivalent Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)

Master of Global Communications continued…

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 in journalism and global communications and 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 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 type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Fee amount
Indicative (2012): $12,520 per 120 credit points.
Additional information
Honours is available via an additional semester (six months), and requires submission of a 15,000-word thesis worth 60 credit points. Mid-year entry (July intake) is also available.
How to apply
Apply directly to the university by 11 February. Visit our postgraduate website to download an application form.
Full course details
Global Communications (Master)Melbourne
2011 Master of Global Communications with Honours Melbourne
1.5 years full-time or part-time equivalent Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)

Master of Global Communications with Honours continued…

Course description
The Master of Global Communications with Honours requires submission of a 15,000-word thesis or practice-based equivalent in addition to other coursework components. As completion of a thesis is essential for entry into most research degrees, students are advised to enrol in this program if they intend to continue on to a higher degree.
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, appropriate professional experience is considered.
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Fee amount
Indicative (2011): $11,820 (per 120 credit points)
Additional information
Mid-year entry (July intake) is also available.
How to apply
Download and complete a postgraduate coursework application form, and send it directly to the relevant campus. Please ensure you also provide all supplementary information required. Apply directly to the university by 11 February.
Full course details
Global Communications with Honours (Master)Melbourne
2011 Master of International Business / Master of Global Communications Melbourne
1.5 years full-time or part-time equivalent Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)

Master of International Business / Master of Global Communications continued…

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 at least a B grade average.
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Fee amount
Indicative (2011): $17,800 (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
Download and complete a postgraduate coursework application form, and send it directly to the relevant campus. Please ensure you also provide all supplementary information required. Apply directly to the university by 11 February.
2012 Master of International Business / Master of Global Communications Melbourne
1.5 years full-time or part-time equivalent Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)

Master of International Business / Master of Global Communications continued…

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 minimum B grade average.
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Fee amount
Indicative (2012): $18,860 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
Apply directly to the university by 11 February. Visit our postgraduate website to download an application form.
Full course details
International Business / Global Communications (Master)Melbourne

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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Global communications international courses
Offer yearCourse title (CRICOS)Campus(es)DurationSemester startsAnnual Tuition Fee (AUD)
2011 Master of Global Communications (064196J) Melbourne
1 year Semester 1 and 2 (February and July) $19 990

Master of Global Communications continued…

Year
2011
Course description
This course offers a mix of theoretical and practical subjects to suit a range of applicants, including practising journalists and applicants without a first degree in media studies or journalism.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from the La Trobe University Melbourne; or Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
An Australian Bachelor's degree, or approved international equivalent, with at least a B Grade average.
Additional information
The Master of Global Communications with Honours is available via an additional semester (six months), and requires submission of a 15,000-word thesis worth 60 credit points. There are also a number of support services for international students. For further information please view: www.latrobe.edu.au/international/life/supportservices Mid-year entry (July intake) is also available. For scholarship information please view: www.latrobe.edu.au/international/fees/scholarships/postgraduate.
Course details
Global Communications (Master)Melbourne
2012 Master of Global Communications (064196J) Melbourne
1 year Semester 1 and 2 (February and July) $21 180

Master of Global Communications continued…

Year
2012
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 in journalism and global communications and 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 also develop extended pieces of writing in a variety of forms, enabling them to fine tune their writing skills.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from La Trobe Melbourne; or Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
An Australian Bachelor's degree, or approved international equivalent, with at least a B Grade average.
Additional information
The Master of Global Communications with Honours is available through an additional semester (six months), and requires submission of a 15 000-word thesis worth 60 credit points.
Course details
Global Communications (Master)Melbourne
2011 Master of Global Communications with Honours (064662K) Melbourne
18 months Semester 1 and 2 (February and July) $19 990

Master of Global Communications with Honours continued…

Year
2011
Course description
The Master of Global Communications with Honours requires submission of a 15,000-word thesis or practice-based equivalent in addition to other coursework components. As completion of a thesis is essential for entry into most research degrees, students are advised to enrol in this program if they intend to continue on to a higher degree.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from the La Trobe Melbourne; or Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
An Australian Bachelor's degree, or approved international equivalent, with at least a B average.
Additional information
There are a number of scholarships available to international students. Please view: www.latrobe.edu.au/international/fees/scholarships/postgraduate for further details. There are also a number of support services for international students. For further information please view: www.latrobe.edu.au/international/life/supportservices. Mid-year entry (July intake) is also available.
Course details
Global Communications with Honours (Master)Melbourne
2011 Master of International Business / Master of Global Communications (052342C/ 064196J) Melbourne
18 months Semester 1 and 2 (February and July) $25 950

Master of International Business / Master of Global Communications continued…

Year
2011
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.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from the La Trobe Melbourne; or Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
An Australian Bachelor's degree in Humanities or Social Sciences or cognate field, or approved international equivalent, with at least a B Grade average.
Additional information
Students already enrolled in the Master of International Business who have completed fewer than six subjects may apply to transfer into this program. There are also a number of support services for international students. For further information please view: www.latrobe.edu.au/international/life/supportservices Mid-year entry (July intake) is also available.
2012 Master of International Business / Master of Global Communications (052342C/ 064196J) Melbourne
18 months Semester 1 and 2 (February and July) $27 500

Master of International Business / Master of Global Communications continued…

Year
2012
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.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from La Trobe Melbourne; or Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
An Australian Bachelor's degree in humanities or social sciences or cognate field, or approved international equivalent, with at least a B Grade average.
Additional information
Students already enrolled in the Master of International Business who have completed fewer than six subjects may apply to transfer into this program. There are also a number of support services for international students. For further information please view: www.latrobe.edu.au/international/life/supportservices Mid-year entry (July intake) is also available.
Course details
International Business / Global Communications (Master)Melbourne

How to apply?

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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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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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