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Master of Professional Communication

Effective from 01-JAN-2020 : Code L44

This coursework degree appeals to students from a broad range of disciplines. It provides students with the opportunity to acquire advanced knowledge and a broad understanding of contemporary communications theory and practice. Students have the opportunity to demonstrate their understanding and research ability through the design and execution of a masters project which will be a guided independent study in the area of the student's interest and expertise based on a process of inquiry, analysis and synthesis.

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.

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.

Course Duration

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

Course Delivery

  • Mount Lawley: Full Time, Part Time

Course Coordinator

Dr Danielle Jane BRADY

Course Structure

Year 1 - Semester 1
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
CMM5160Effective Communication in Professional Contexts20
CMM5165Media and Society in a Globalised World20
CMM5170Advertising and Brand Awareness20
Year 1 - Semester 2
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
CMM6116Methods of Inquiry20
CMM5175Journalism in the New Media: Converged Environment20
CMM5180Public Relations Strategies20
Year 2 - Semester 1
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
CMM6150Media and Transnational Asia20
CMM5110Globalisation, Cultural Diversity and Innovation20
CCA6150Project Preparation20
Year 2 - Semester 2
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
CCA6240Masters Project 130
CCA6250Masters Project 230

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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