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Master of Communication

Effective from 01-JAN-2025 : Code C88

The communication landscape is changing daily, with digital disruption the only constant. Studying the Master of Communication, you will be equipped with the professional and theoretical knowledge to meet this disruption head on, with confidence. While companies grapple with protecting their reputation and behaving ethically under intense scrutiny from many stakeholders, communication professionals need to provide counsel at the highest level. The course has a laser focus on current and future industry concerns, and is taught by leaders in industry and research, with an emphasis on engagement and ethical and inclusive communication. You will develop the critical thinking, analytical and practical skills needed to meet the environmental, social, technological and governance challenges communicators and organisations face daily. We will go beyond the acronyms and buzzwords in current communication practice, and equip practitioners, through real-world practice, to be excellent communication professionals in their chosen industry.

Disclaimer

This course information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester. In particular please check the course requirements and the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.

Course Learning Outcomes

  1. Critically analyse a complex body of strategic and digital communication knowledge, including ethics, social inclusion, and research methods, to apply them to communication practice in the field.
  2. Apply cognitive, technical and creative skills to research, evaluate and synthesise solutions to complex communication issues.
  3. Apply communication and collaboration skills to generate communication strategies, tactics and materials that meet societal, environmental and organisational expectations.
  4. Use high level self-management skills to plan and execute substantial projects that meet time and quality requirements.

Admission requirements

Admission requirement (Band 6)

  • Bachelor degree; or
  • Equivalent prior learning including at least five years relevant professional experience.

English Language requirement (Band 4)

English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

  • IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.5 (no individual band less than 6.0);
  • Bachelor degree from a country specified in the Admissions Policy;
  • Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at postgraduate level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
  • Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience; or
  • Other tests, courses or programs as defined in the Admissions Policy.

Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level

This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 9 Masters Degree (Coursework) Award.

Course Duration

  • Full Time: 2 Years
  • Part Time: 4 Years

Course Delivery

  • Mount Lawley: Full Time, Part Time

Course Coordinator

Dr Catherine ARCHER

Course Structure

Students must complete the following 11 units (240 credit points):

Year 1 - Semester 1
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
CMM6500Communication Techniques20
CMM6505Strategic Communication20
CMM6510Social and Digital Media Communication20
Year 1 - Semester 2
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
DES5102Design Thinking20
CMM6525Ethical and Responsible Communication20
CMM6530Creative Communication20
Year 2 - Semester 1
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
CMM6535Inclusive Communication20
DES5110Visual Communication20
CMM6545Preparation for Communication Project20
Year 2 - Semester 2
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
CMM6515Issues Management and Crisis Communication20
CMM6550Communication Capstone40

Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

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